2012 Hyundai i20 vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo XC70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 580 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 2007 Volvo XC70 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, 2007 Volvo XC70 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, 2007 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Hyundai i20 | 2007 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
Model | i20 | XC70 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
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 | 207 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 | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17:01 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2525 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |