2005 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i20 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i20.
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 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i20. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota RAV4 | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | RAV4 | i20 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17:01 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
