2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 2008 Volkswagen GLI
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen GLI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen GLI would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen GLI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen GLI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen GLI should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen GLI.
Because 2008 Volkswagen GLI 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, 2008 Volkswagen GLI 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, 2008 Volkswagen GLI (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen GLI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai i30 | 2008 Volkswagen GLI | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | i30 | GLI |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1371 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |