2010 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2011 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix20. (122 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 667 kg more than 2011 Hyundai ix20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai ix20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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 Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai ix20. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai ix20. 2011 Hyundai ix20 has automatic transmission and 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai ix20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2011 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Santa Fe | ix20 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 436 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 8.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16:01 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1961 kg | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4685 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2615 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
