2011 Nissan 370Z vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, both 2011 Nissan 370Z and 2011 Hyundai i30 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 186 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 2011 Nissan 370Z 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 2011 Nissan 370Z. 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, 2011 Nissan 370Z (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Nissan 370Z | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
Model | 370Z | i30 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4404 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1323 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |