2006 Volvo S80 vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,523 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 789 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai i30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i30. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo S80 | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Volvo | Hyundai |
| Model | S80 | i30 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2198 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
