2000 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2011 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe.
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, 2011 Volvo XC70 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2011 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2011 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
Model | Santa Fe | XC70 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 260 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1718 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2815 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |