2012 Dodge Durango vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai i20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai i20 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i20.
Because 2012 Dodge Durango is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai i20, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Dodge Durango (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i20. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i20. 2012 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai i20 has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai i20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Dodge Durango | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Durango | i20 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 528 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5075 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1801 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3043 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
