2007 Toyota Sienna vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 840 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Sienna | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Sienna | i20 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2525 mm |
