2007 Volvo S80 vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i30.
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, 2007 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo S80 | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Volvo | Hyundai |
| Model | S80 | i30 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
