2005 Mazda Drifter 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 Drifter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Drifter would be higher. At 2,606 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Drifter (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i20. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 475 kg more than 2010 Hyundai i20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 Drifter 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, 2005 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Drifter | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | Drifter | i20 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 1248 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1085 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2525 mm |
