2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi RVR
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi RVR 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi RVR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi RVR (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi RVR should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi RVR.
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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi RVR. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi RVR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i30 | 2011 Mitsubishi RVR | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | i30 | RVR |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| 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 | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 63 L |
