2010 Mazda 3 vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 3 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, 2010 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mazda 3 | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
Model | 3 | i20 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4506 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |