2012 Hyundai ix20 vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (122 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 248 kg more than 2012 Hyundai ix20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Volvo S60 (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai ix20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Hyundai ix20 | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | ix20 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1294 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2615 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
