2010 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 GMC Acadia would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i30. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Acadia weights approximately 686 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i30. 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, 2010 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i30. (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i30. 2010 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai i30 has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai i30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Acadia | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Acadia | i30 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1986 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 53 L |
