2009 Hyundai i10 vs. 2002 Mazda 2
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 2 (78 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 2 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i10. 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 Hyundai i10 (153 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 2. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i10 | 2002 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | i10 | 2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1120 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
