2011 Hyundai i30 vs. 2012 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2012 Ford Fusion 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fusion (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Fusion weights approximately 318 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.
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 Ford Fusion (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Fusion 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 Fusion | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | i30 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 66 L |
