2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze

To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 4 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, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (134 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.

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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (201 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Hyundai i30 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
Make Hyundai Chevrolet
Model i30 Cruze
Year Released 2009 2013
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1582 cc 1400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4900 RPM
Torque 255 Nm 201 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 4900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77.2 mm 72 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.5 mm 82 mm
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 1407 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4597 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1796 mm
Vehicle Height 1570 mm 1476 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2685 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 59 L


 

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