2008 Acura MDX vs. 2010 Hyundai i30

To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura MDX weights approximately 139 kg more than 2010 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai i30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX 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, 2008 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i30.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Acura MDX 2010 Hyundai i30
Make Acura Hyundai
Model MDX i30
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3664 cc 1591 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 154 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1311 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 6.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 79 L 53 L


 

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