2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i20 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 3,506 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (233 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i20.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Impala | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Impala | i20 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
