2007 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Hyundai i20

To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 is newer by 3 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (325 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i20. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 660 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 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, 2010 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 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i20.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Porsche 911 2010 Hyundai i20
Make Porsche Hyundai
Model 911 i20
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3596 cc 1248 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 325 HP 77 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 119 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 71 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 78.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 10.5:1
Top Speed 285 km/hour 170 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5 seconds 12.9 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1735 kg 1075 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 3940 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2525 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.2 L/100km 4.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.2 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.4 L/100km 5.1 L/100km


 

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