2002 Hyundai XG vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai XG. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai XG would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai XG is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 361 kg more than 2002 Hyundai XG.
Because 2012 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Hyundai XG. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 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, 2012 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai XG. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai XG.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai XG | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | XG | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2748 mm |
