2011 Infiniti M vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai i30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai i30 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 532 kg more than 2010 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai i30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Infiniti M | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Hyundai |
| Model | M | i30 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1843 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4945 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1514 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2901 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 53 L |
