2009 Toyota Yaris vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 175 kg more than 2010 Hyundai i20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Yaris | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
Model | Yaris | i20 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |