2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 79 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai i30 | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | i30 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |