2005 Toyota Yaris 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 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2011 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (91 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Yaris | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Yaris | i20 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
