2006 Toyota Corolla vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i20 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Corolla | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
Model | Corolla | i20 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |