2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 2000 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 491 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai i30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2000 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i30 | 2000 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Hyundai | SsangYong |
| Model | i30 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
