2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 2013 Volvo C70
To start off, 2013 Volvo C70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai i30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai i30 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C70 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C70 weights approximately 342 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i30. 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 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo C70. (236 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i30 | 2013 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | i30 | C70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
