2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 186 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
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 Mazda Tribute (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i30.
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2009 Mazda Tribute | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
Model | Tribute | i30 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 53 L |