2010 Hyundai i30 vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 394 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, 2013 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Hyundai i30 | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | i30 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
