2009 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2008 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Coupe. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V50 weights approximately 227 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Coupe. 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 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Coupe. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Coupe | 2008 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Coupe | V50 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1661 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
