Hyundai i30 2008 vs Peugeot 308 2008

 
Hyundai i30
2008 - 2010
Peugeot 308
2008 - 2011
Gearbox: ManualManual
Engine: 1.6 Diesel1.6 Diesel
Camshaft drive: Timing chainTiming belt
Engine chain usually needs to be replaced less often than the timing belt, but the cost of replacing the chain is usually higher. Chain motors are considered to be more reliable, but noisier and more vibration generating.

Performance

Power: 115 HP110 HP
Torque: 255 NM240 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 11.6 seconds12.5 seconds
Hyundai i30 is more dynamic to drive.
Hyundai i30 engine produces 5 HP more power than Peugeot 308, whereas torque is 15 NM more than Peugeot 308. Thanks to more power Hyundai i30 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.9 seconds faster.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 4.95.1
Hyundai i30 consumes 0.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Peugeot 308, which means that by driving the Hyundai i30 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 30 litres of fuel.
Fuel tank capacity: 53 litres60 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 1080 km in combined cycle1170 km in combined cycle
1230 km on highway1420 km on highway
Peugeot 308 gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy.

Engines

Engine production duration: 15 years8 years
Engine spread: Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Kia Ceed, Hyundai Accent, Kia VengaInstalled on at least 13 other car models, including Citroen C3, Citroen C5, Peugeot 207, Citroen C4
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts.
Peugeot 308 2008 1.6 engine: This diesel engine is known for its high reliability and impressive lifespan, combined with excellent fuel efficiency for its power output. It features hydraulic lifters in the cylinder head and uses a Common ...  More about Peugeot 308 2008 1.6 engine 

Dimensions

Length: 4.48 m4.50 m
Width: 1.78 m1.82 m
Height: 1.52 m1.50 m
Hyundai i30 is smaller, but slightly higher.
Hyundai i30 is 3 cm shorter than the Peugeot 308, 5 cm narrower, while the height of Hyundai i30 is 2 cm higher.
Trunk capacity: 415 litres508 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
1395 litres1736 litres
Peugeot 308 has more luggage space.
Hyundai i30 has 93 litres less trunk space than the Peugeot 308. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Peugeot 308 (by 341 litres).
Turning diameter: 10.2 meters10.9 meters
The turning circle of the Hyundai i30 is 0.7 metres less than that of the Peugeot 308, which means Hyundai i30 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): 1`9202`150
Safety:
Quality:
below average

below average
Hyundai i30 has slightly fewer faults.
Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Peugeot 308, so Hyundai i30 quality could be a bit better.
Average price (€): 28002600
Pros and Cons: Hyundai i30 has
  • timing chain engine
  • more dynamic
  • better manoeuvrability
Peugeot 308 has
  • timing belt engine
  • more full fuel tank mileage
  • roomier boot
  • lower price
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