1998 Toyota Caldina vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i20 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Caldina | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Caldina | i20 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17:01 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2525 mm |
