2007 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i20 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 269 kg more than 2008 Hyundai i20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai i20, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i20. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Porsche 911 | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Porsche | Hyundai |
Model | 911 | i20 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3822 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 16 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1226 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |