2008 Hyundai i30 vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 4 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 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i30. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 89 kg more than 2012 Mazda BT-50.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai i30 | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | i30 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
