2012 Hyundai i20 vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S40 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S40 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo S40 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai i20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 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, 2006 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Hyundai i20 | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
Model | i20 | S40 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2522 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 | 137 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17:01 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1625 kg |
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 | 4.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |