2004 Honda Z vs. 2009 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i30 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 411 kg more than 2004 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai i30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Z 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, 2009 Hyundai i30 (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Z | 2009 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Z | i30 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1371 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 53 L |
