2008 Hyundai i20 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 Hyundai i20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai i20 would be higher. Both 2008 Hyundai i20 and 2010 Hyundai i20 are equipped with a 1,396 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 99 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.

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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i20.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Hyundai i20 2010 Hyundai i20
Make Hyundai Hyundai
Model i20 i20
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1396 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 99 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 137 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17:01 17:01
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 163 km/hour 180 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 16 seconds 11.6 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
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 4.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 5.1 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.2 L/100km 5.4 L/100km


 

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