2012 Hyundai i30 vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Hyundai i30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Hyundai i30 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 601 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai i30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Hyundai i30 | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Hyundai | Infiniti |
| Model | i30 | M |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |
