2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 2005 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 536 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.
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, 2005 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i30 | 2005 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lincoln |
| Model | i30 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |
