2006 Toyota Highlander vs. 2010 Hyundai i30

To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 141 kg more than 2010 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Toyota Highlander 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i30.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Toyota Highlander 2010 Hyundai i30
Make Toyota Hyundai
Model Highlander i30
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3310 cc 1590 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 215 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 301 Nm 154 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 5200 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1355 kg 1214 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 6.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 53 L


 

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