2003 TVR Speed 12 vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,729 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 649 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i30. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 371 kg more than 2003 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2003 TVR Speed 12 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 2003 TVR Speed 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2003 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 695 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i30. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 TVR Speed 12 | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | TVR | Hyundai |
| Model | Speed 12 | i30 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7729 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 790 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1371 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 53 L |
