2012 Hyundai i30 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Hyundai i30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Hyundai i30 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 620 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Hyundai i30 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | i30 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |