2010 Mazda 2 vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, both 2010 Mazda 2 and 2010 Hyundai i20 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 2. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 2.
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 i20 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 2. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 2. 2010 Hyundai i20 has automatic transmission and 2010 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2010 Mazda 2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai i20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda 2 | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | 2 | i20 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1347 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 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 | 3890 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
