2008 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i20. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 105 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.
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 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i20. 2008 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2010 Hyundai i20 has manual transmission. 2010 Hyundai i20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Accord | i20 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
