2005 Mazda AZ vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda AZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda AZ would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i30 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Mazda AZ. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda AZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 649 kg more than 2005 Mazda AZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda AZ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai i30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda AZ 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, 2010 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda AZ. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda AZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda AZ | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | AZ | i30 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
