2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 2011 Ford Ka
To start off, 2011 Ford Ka is newer by 2 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i30 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ka.
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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i30 | 2011 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | i30 | Ka |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |
