2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Ram and 2009 Hyundai i20 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1382 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai i20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 690 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i20. 2009 Hyundai i20 has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai i20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Ram | i20 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6690 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
