2010 Hyundai ix20 vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai ix20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai ix20 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai ix20. (122 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 295 kg more than 2010 Hyundai ix20. 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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai ix20. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai ix20.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Hyundai ix20 | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Hyundai | Ford |
Model | ix20 | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1591 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1294 kg | 1589 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 2113 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2615 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |