2008 Hyundai i30 vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai i30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai i30 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i30. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1264 kg more than 2008 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 GMC Canyon 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, 2010 GMC Canyon 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, 2010 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai i30 | 2010 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Hyundai | GMC |
| Model | i30 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 72 L |
