2005 Mazda Carol vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Carol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Carol would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i20 (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai i20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol 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, 2010 Hyundai i20 (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Carol | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
Model | Carol | i20 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 657 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2525 mm |