2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i30. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 294 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2010 Hyundai i30 (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Hyundai |
Model | Golf | i30 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1162 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |