2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 26 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
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 (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
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2009 Hyundai i30 | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | i30 | Avensis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |