2005 Volvo V70 vs. 2011 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Atos is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 602 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Atos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volvo V70 | 2011 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Volvo | Hyundai |
| Model | V70 | Atos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |
