2003 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2003 Hyundai Sonata and 2003 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 138 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V70 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Sonata.
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, 2003 Volvo V70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Sonata. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Hyundai Sonata | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
Model | Sonata | V70 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |