2010 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, both 2010 Hyundai Tucson and 2010 Hyundai i30 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Tucson (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 228 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, 2010 Hyundai Tucson (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Hyundai Tucson | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Tucson | i30 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 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 | 1442 kg | 1214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4399 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1656 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |