2012 Hyundai Accent vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Accent is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo S80 would be higher. Both 2012 Hyundai Accent and 2010 Volvo S80 are equipped with a 1,600 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 522 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2010 Volvo S80 (240 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Accent. 2010 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai Accent 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:
| 2012 Hyundai Accent | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Accent | S80 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1087 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4369 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1699 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 67 L |
