2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 2008 Volvo S40
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S40 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2008 Volvo S40.
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 Hyundai i30 (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S40. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i30 | 2008 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | i30 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 62 L |
