2011 Hyundai i20 vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S40 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i20.
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, 2007 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i20. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i20. 2007 Volvo S40 has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai i20 has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai i20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo S40 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Hyundai i20 | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | i20 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17:01 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2525 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
