2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 148 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Express 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 2008 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i30, 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i30. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Express | i30 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 53 L |
