2010 Hyundai i30 vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 204 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 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 Hyundai i30 (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Hyundai i30 | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | i30 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 15310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 42 L |
