2007 Renault Trafic vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Trafic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Trafic would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i30 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Trafic weights approximately 474 kg more than 2012 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, 2007 Renault Trafic (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i30. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Trafic | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | Trafic | i30 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1371 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 53 L |
