1999 Honda HR-V vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda HR-V (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda HR-V weights approximately 105 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai i20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V 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, 1999 Honda HR-V (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda HR-V | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | HR-V | i20 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2525 mm |
