2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 164 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, 2005 Rover 75 (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai i30 | 2005 Rover 75 | |
Make | Hyundai | Rover |
Model | i30 | 75 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |