2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Hyundai i20

To start off, both 2008 Dodge Ram and 2008 Hyundai i20 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 537 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 2008 Dodge Ram 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 2008 Dodge Ram. 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i20.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Dodge Ram 2008 Hyundai i20
Make Dodge Hyundai
Model Ram i20
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Pickup Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3701 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 137 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 17:01
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1692 kg 1155 kg
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 3940 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 3070 mm 2525 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 5.4 L/100km


 

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