2001 Toyota BB vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota BB would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota BB (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota BB should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 206 kg more than 2001 Toyota BB.
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, 2010 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota BB. (150 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota BB. 2001 Toyota BB has automatic transmission and 2010 Hyundai i20 has manual transmission. 2010 Hyundai i20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota BB will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota BB | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | BB | i20 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17:01 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2525 mm |
