2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 2008 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Accent and 2008 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C70 weights approximately 469 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2008 Volvo C70 (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Accent | 2008 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
Model | Accent | C70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 145 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1657 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |