2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 2013 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2013 Nissan Cube 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Cube (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2013 Nissan Cube.
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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai i30 | 2013 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | i30 | Cube |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 81 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 | 1294 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |