2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Suzuki SX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Suzuki SX4 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (144 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 71 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.
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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i30 | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
| Model | i30 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 42 L |
