2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 271 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry.
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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (267 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i30 | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | i30 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2999 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
