2011 Chevrolet Volt vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet Volt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet Volt would be higher. At 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Volt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Volt (149 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Volt should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Volt weights approximately 560 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i20. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Volt (370 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Volt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Volt | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Volt | i20 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1400 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Single Speed | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4498 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1788 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1438 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 2.6 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 2.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
