2009 Hyundai i10 vs. 2009 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2009 Hyundai i10 and 2009 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S40 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (66 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S40 weights approximately 339 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai i10 | 2009 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
Model | i10 | S40 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.6 seconds | 8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1339 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |