2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (107 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2005 Volvo V50 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Accent | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Accent | V50 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
