2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 116 kg more than 2010 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i30, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Tacoma | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Tacoma | i30 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2694 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 53 L |
