2007 Toyota Quantum vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Quantum would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i40 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 460 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i40.
Because 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 Toyota Quantum. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i40, 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 Toyota Quantum (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i40. (213 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Quantum | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Quantum | i40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2694 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20.7 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2770 mm |
