2008 Honda Element 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 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i30. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 585 kg more than 2011 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 Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i30. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Element | i30 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | 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 | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1371 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |