2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai i20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai i20 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i20.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada 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 2009 Nissan Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai i20, 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i20. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai i20 has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai i20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Nissan Armada | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
Model | Armada | i20 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |