2010 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i30. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 399 kg more than 2011 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i30. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Santa Fe | i30 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1371 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4676 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |