2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S60 (180 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (168 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 111 kg more than 2012 Volvo S60.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe 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.
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2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
Model | Santa Fe | S60 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 180 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |