2008 Toyota Camry vs. 2012 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 64 kg more than 2012 Hyundai ix20. 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 Toyota Camry (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai ix20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Camry | 2012 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Camry | ix20 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2615 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
