2007 Nissan Patrol vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 981 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 2007 Nissan Patrol is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i30, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i30. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Patrol | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Patrol | i30 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4759 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 53 L |
