2012 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i20. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 325 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 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Volkswagen Jetta | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Hyundai |
Model | Jetta | i20 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4644 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1778 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1482 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2651 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |