2012 Hyundai Accent vs. 2013 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti FX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Accent. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti FX weights approximately 841 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX 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, 2013 Infiniti FX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Accent. 2013 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai Accent will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Hyundai Accent | 2013 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Hyundai | Infiniti |
| Model | Accent | FX |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1102 kg | 1943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4115 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1699 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
