2000 Volvo S60 vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S60 (137 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S60 weights approximately 276 kg more than 2010 Hyundai i30. 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, 2000 Volvo S60 (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volvo S60 | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Volvo | Hyundai |
| Model | S60 | i30 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
