2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 1993 Xedos 6
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Xedos 6 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 19 kg more than 1993 Xedos 6.
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, 1993 Xedos 6 (170 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1993 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i30 | 1993 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Xedos |
| Model | i30 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
