2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 131 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Astra.
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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai i30 | 2004 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Hyundai | Vauxhall |
Model | i30 | Astra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |