2004 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 511 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Elantra. 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (320 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Elantra. (183 Nm). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Elantra | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Elantra | S80 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
