2011 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 206 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.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Porsche 911 | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Porsche | Hyundai |
Model | 911 | i30 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 408 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4435 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 53 L |