2005 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Coupe and 2005 Volvo V50 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,318 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V50 weights approximately 304 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. 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, 2005 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (184 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. 2005 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 2005 Hyundai Coupe has manual transmission. 2005 Hyundai Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Coupe | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Coupe | V50 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
