2008 Hyundai i30 vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai i30 and 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i30. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 119 kg more than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai i30, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i30.
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2008 Hyundai i30 | 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | i30 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |