2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai i20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 CR-V (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20. 2012 Hyundai i20 has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 2008 Honda CR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai i20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | CR-V | i20 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
