2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 264 kg more than 2010 Hyundai i30.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Hyundai |
Model | Passat | i30 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 85.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |