2004 Vauxhall Corsa vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i20 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Corsa would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa.
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, 2009 Hyundai i20 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. 2009 Hyundai i20 has automatic transmission and 2004 Vauxhall Corsa has manual transmission. 2004 Vauxhall Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai i20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Vauxhall Corsa | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Hyundai |
| Model | Corsa | i20 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2525 mm |
