2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (274 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 104 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai i30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Sequoia | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
Model | Sequoia | i30 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 274 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 53 L |