2007 Subaru Forester vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i30. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 5 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai i30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2011 Hyundai i30 (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
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2007 Subaru Forester | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Subaru | Hyundai |
Model | Forester | i30 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |