2009 Hyundai i10 vs. 2008 Kia Spectra5
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Spectra5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Spectra5 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Spectra5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Spectra5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Spectra5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Spectra5 weights approximately 170 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, 2008 Kia Spectra5 (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (153 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Spectra5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i10 | 2008 Kia Spectra5 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | i10 | Spectra5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1120 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| 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 | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 53 L |
