2009 Volkswagen Rabbit vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20. 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai i20 has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai i20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Volkswagen Rabbit | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Hyundai |
Model | Rabbit | i20 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2480 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |