2010 Hyundai i30 vs. 2012 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain is newer by 2 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Terrain weights approximately 540 kg more than 2010 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, 2012 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Hyundai i30 | 2012 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Hyundai | GMC |
| Model | i30 | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1754 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |
