2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 2008 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Accent and 2008 Volvo V50 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V50 weights approximately 410 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 V50 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent. 2008 Hyundai Accent has automatic transmission and 2008 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2008 Volvo V50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Hyundai Accent | 2008 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
Model | Accent | V50 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 134 HP |
Torque | 145 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |