2008 Fiat Panda 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 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i30 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 444 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda 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 Fiat Panda 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, 2010 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Panda | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | Panda | i30 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1409 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 53 L |