2011 Hyundai i30 vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Hyundai i30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Hyundai i30 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1437 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.
Because 2012 Ford Expedition 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 2012 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Hyundai i30 | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Hyundai | Ford |
Model | i30 | Expedition |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 2651 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1974 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3327 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 127 L |