2012 Hyundai i20 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Hyundai i20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Hyundai i20 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (438 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 496 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.
Because 2013 Ford Mustang 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 2013 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (515 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Hyundai i20 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | i20 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1651 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2525 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.2 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
