2012 Toyota Prius V vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius V 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Prius V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Prius V (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i20. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Prius V should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius V weights approximately 400 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.
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, 2012 Toyota Prius V (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Prius V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Toyota Prius V | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
Model | Prius V | i20 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4615 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1775 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1575 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2779 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.9 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |