1995 Peugeot 205 vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i20 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 436 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 205.
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, 2009 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Peugeot 205 | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Peugeot | Hyundai |
Model | 205 | i20 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1226 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2525 mm |