2009 Hyundai i10 vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai i10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai i10 would be higher. At 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Smart ForTwo (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (66 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2011 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i10, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai i10 | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Hyundai | Smart |
Model | i10 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 1867 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 33 L |