2010 Kia Cee'd vs. 2012 Hyundai i30

To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 185 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i30.

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, 2012 Hyundai i30 (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Cee'd.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Kia Cee'd 2012 Hyundai i30
Make Kia Hyundai
Model Cee'd i30
Year Released 2010 2012
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1396 cc 1590 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 137 Nm 154 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77.1 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 74.5 mm 85.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.7 seconds 11 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1399 kg 1214 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.3 L/100km 6.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 53 L


 

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