2006 Volvo S60 vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i40. (173 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 33 kg more than 2006 Volvo S60.
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, 2006 Volvo S60 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i40. (213 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo S60 | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Volvo | Hyundai |
| Model | S60 | i40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
