2008 Hyundai i30 vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i30. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1089 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 2012 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai i30 | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | i30 | Titan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1591 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 2303 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 4060 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 140 L |