2008 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 242 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Accord | i30 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 85.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |