2009 Hyundai i10 vs. 2012 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2012 Jeep Liberty is newer by 3 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (66 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 849 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.
Because 2012 Jeep Liberty 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 2012 Jeep Liberty. 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, 2012 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai i10 | 2012 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
Model | i10 | Liberty |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1849 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4493 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1836 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2695 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 74 L |