2012 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Hyundai i20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Hyundai i20 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i20. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 606 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai i20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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 Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i20. 2012 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai i20 has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai i20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Dodge Ram | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Ram | i20 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 552 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
