2007 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i30 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 224 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
Model | Corolla | i30 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.3 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1409 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |