2010 Hyundai i30 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 Hyundai i30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai i30 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i30.
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 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Hyundai i30 | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | i30 | i30 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |
