2000 Honda City vs. 2008 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i30 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda City would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai i30 (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 274 kg more than 2000 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Hyundai i30 (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda City | 2008 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | City | i30 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |