2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 174 kg more than 2007 Mini Cooper.
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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai i30 | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Hyundai | Mini |
Model | i30 | Cooper |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |