2010 Hyundai Getz vs. 2010 Volvo S80

To start off, both 2010 Hyundai Getz and 2010 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 654 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Getz.

Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai Getz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Getz. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Getz. 2010 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2010 Hyundai Getz has manual transmission. 2010 Hyundai Getz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Hyundai Getz 2010 Volvo S80
Make Hyundai Volvo
Model Getz S80
Year Released 2010 2010
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1086 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 62 HP 0 HP
Torque 94 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1105 kg 1759 kg
Vehicle Length 3820 mm 4628 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1864 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1483 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2776 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 67 L


 

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