2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai i20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20. 2009 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai i20 has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai i20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Equinox | i20 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |