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 241 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Because 2008 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V50 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, 2008 Volvo V50 (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V50 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 V50 | |
Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
Model | Accent | V50 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1998 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 115 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.7 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1306 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |