2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai i30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai i30 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai i30 | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Hyundai | Chevrolet |
Model | i30 | Colorado |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1591 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 72 L |