2009 Hyundai H1 vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2009 Hyundai H1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S40. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S40.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai H1 (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai H1 | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | H1 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.5 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
