2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 2001 Mazda 323
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 124 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 323 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i30.
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, 2001 Mazda 323 (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i30 | 2001 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | i30 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
