2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 89 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. (198 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai i30 | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
Model | i30 | Lancer |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
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 | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 59 L |