2010 Hyundai ix20 vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 2 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. Both 2010 Hyundai ix20 and 2008 Hyundai i20 are equipped with a 1,396 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai ix20. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai ix20.
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, 2010 Hyundai ix20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai ix20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i20. 2008 Hyundai i20 has automatic transmission and 2010 Hyundai ix20 has manual transmission. 2010 Hyundai ix20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai i20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Hyundai ix20 | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | ix20 | i20 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17:01 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2615 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.2 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 4.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
