1998 Toyota Caldina vs. 2011 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix20. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai ix20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer significantly more control. 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 Hyundai ix20 (260 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai ix20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Caldina | 2011 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Caldina | ix20 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2615 mm |
