2009 Hyundai H1 vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Hyundai H1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S80 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai H1. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai H1.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai H1. (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai H1. 2008 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai H1 has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai H1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai H1 | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | H1 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.5 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
