2009 Toyota Prius vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2009 Toyota Prius 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Prius (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 2008 Hyundai i20 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Prius | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
Model | Prius | i20 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.2 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 4.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |