2010 GMC Envoy vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1124 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 GMC Envoy 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 2010 GMC Envoy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2010 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Envoy | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Envoy | i30 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 53 L |
