2009 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 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, 2010 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Accord | i20 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 16 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |