2001 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2005 Volvo S40
To start off, 2005 Volvo S40 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S40 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 675 kg more than 2005 Volvo S40.
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, 2001 Hyundai Terracan (333 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S40. (320 Nm). This means 2001 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Terracan | 2005 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Terracan | S40 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |
