2009 Hyundai i10 vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 4 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 899 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.
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, 2013 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (121 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i10 | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lexus |
| Model | i10 | RX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3565 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1595 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
