2012 Hyundai i20 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai i20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20. 2008 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai i20 has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai i20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Hyundai i20 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
Model | i20 | 911 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17:01 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2525 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |