2008 Hyundai i20 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 Hyundai i20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai i20 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i20. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 141 kg more than 2009 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 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai i20 | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | i20 | i20 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17:01 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1226 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2525 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
