2008 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i30. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 21 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen New Beetle (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i30. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Hyundai |
Model | New Beetle | i30 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2480 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1371 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |