2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i30 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 361 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai i30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i30 | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | i30 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 18.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
