2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 3 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 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero (163 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 229 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i30 | 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | i30 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 88 L |
