2009 Hyundai i20 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai i20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai i20 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Sonic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i20. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i20.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Sonic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i20. 2012 Chevrolet Sonic has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai i20 has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai i20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Sonic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i20 | 2012 Chevrolet Sonic | |
| Make | Hyundai | Chevrolet |
| Model | i20 | Sonic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4039 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2525 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
