2012 Hyundai i30 vs. 2011 Infiniti G25

To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Infiniti G25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Infiniti G25 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti G25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G25 (218 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G25 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 403 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 2011 Infiniti G25 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Infiniti G25. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 G25 (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i30.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Hyundai i30 2011 Infiniti G25
Make Hyundai Infiniti
Model i30 G25
Year Released 2012 2011
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1590 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 124 HP 218 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 154 Nm 254 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1214 kg 1617 kg
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 4773 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1773 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1453 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 76 L


 

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