2009 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 81 kg more than 2013 Volvo C30.
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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Sonata | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Sonata | C30 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1538 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2640 mm |
