2008 Hyundai i30 vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i30 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i30. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 57 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai i30 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | i30 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1157 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |