2010 Ford Fiesta vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i30 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2010 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Hyundai i30 (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford Fiesta | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Fiesta | i30 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1371 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |