2010 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, both 2010 Mazda RX-8 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (212 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i30. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 40 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.
Because 2010 Mazda RX-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i30, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda RX-8 (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i30. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mazda RX-8 | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
Model | RX-8 | i30 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 1371 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1341 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 53 L |