2004 Volvo V50 vs. 2011 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V50 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix20. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V50 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2011 Hyundai ix20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai ix20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai ix20. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai ix20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volvo V50 | 2011 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Volvo | Hyundai |
| Model | V50 | ix20 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2615 mm |
