2009 Hyundai i10 vs. 2003 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Corolla (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (66 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Corolla 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, 2003 Toyota Corolla (127 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i10 | 2003 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | i10 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
