2008 Toyota Aygo 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 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Aygo would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i20 (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Toyota Aygo. 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, 2012 Hyundai i20 (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Aygo | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Aygo | i20 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3405 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1615 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.1 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
