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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 41 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.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux.
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 | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |