2011 Hyundai Genesis vs. 2010 Volvo S60
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Genesis (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S60. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 51 kg more than 2010 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Genesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2011 Hyundai Genesis (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo S60. (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Hyundai Genesis | 2010 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Genesis | S60 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4976 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 67 L |
