2005 Mazda 3 vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Mazda 3.
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, 2005 Mazda 3 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 3 | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
Model | 3 | i20 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |