2002 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Toyota RAV4. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 176 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i30.
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, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota RAV4 | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | RAV4 | i30 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
