2011 Hyundai ix20 vs. 2012 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i10 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Hyundai ix20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Hyundai ix20 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai ix20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai ix20 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i10. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai ix20 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 422 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i10. 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 Hyundai ix20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i10. (95 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai ix20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Hyundai ix20 | 2012 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | ix20 | i10 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17:01 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3565 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1595 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2615 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 4.2 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 4.7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
