2009 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 is newer by 2 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 306 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i20. 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, 2009 Honda Accord (231 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i20. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai i20 has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai i20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Accord | i20 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
