2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 1 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. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala 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, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i20. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i20. 2009 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai i20 has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai i20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Impala | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Impala | i20 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |