2010 Hyundai i30 vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 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 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 11 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 3. (113 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 3.
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 Mazda 3 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Hyundai i30 | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | i30 | 3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
