2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 2001 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Allion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Allion would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i30 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Allion. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 269 kg more than 2001 Toyota Allion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Allion. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Allion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i30 | 2001 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | i30 | Allion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
