2011 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Escape weights approximately 187 kg more than 2012 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, 2011 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford Escape | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Escape | i30 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1498 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4437 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 53 L |