2012 Hyundai ix35 vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai ix35. (133 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai ix35.
Because 2010 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai ix35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai ix35. (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai ix35. 2010 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai ix35 has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai ix35 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Hyundai ix35 | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Hyundai | Infiniti |
| Model | ix35 | FX |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2885 mm |
