2011 Hyundai ix20 vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix20. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix20.
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 V70 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai ix20. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai ix20. 2007 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai ix20 has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai ix20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Hyundai ix20 | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
Model | ix20 | V70 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17:01 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2615 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |