2009 Mazda 3 vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (146 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 284 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3.
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, 2010 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 3 | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | 3 | i30 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
