2010 Hyundai i30 vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 3 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X1 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X1 weights approximately 551 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.
Because 2013 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai i30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW X1 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Hyundai i30 | 2013 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | i30 | X1 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4484 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2044 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 63 L |
