2008 Mazda 3 vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, both 2008 Mazda 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 3 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i20.
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 Mazda 3 (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i20. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda 3 | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
Model | 3 | i20 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 16 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 | 4420 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |