2012 Hyundai ix35 vs. 2011 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Infiniti EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Infiniti EX would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti EX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai ix35. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai ix35.
Because 2012 Hyundai ix35 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Infiniti EX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai ix35 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 EX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai ix35. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai ix35. 2011 Infiniti EX 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. 2011 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Hyundai ix35 | 2011 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Hyundai | Infiniti |
Model | ix35 | EX |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 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 | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
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 | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2799 mm |