2010 Hyundai i30 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai i30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai i30 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 548 kg more than 2010 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai i30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Hyundai i30 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | i30 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2776 mm |
