2008 Hyundai i30 vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
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 Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i30. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i30.
Because 2007 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai i30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | i30 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1591 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 79 L |