1999 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Forester weights approximately 230 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20. 2012 Hyundai i20 has automatic transmission and 1999 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 1999 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai i20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Subaru Forester | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Subaru | Hyundai |
Model | Forester | i20 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2525 mm |