2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2009 Hyundai i30

To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V.

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 CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Honda CR-V 2009 Hyundai i30
Make Honda Hyundai
Model CR-V i30
Year Released 2008 2009
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2354 cc 1974 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 166 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 186 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 10.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1356 kg 1371 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 53 L


 

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