2010 Hyundai i30 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 29 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper. 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Hyundai i30 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mini |
| Model | i30 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3723 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
