2003 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai XG 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai XG 350 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (200 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai XG 350. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai XG 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Volvo S80.
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, 2005 Volvo S80 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai XG 350. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai XG 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai XG 350 | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | XG 350 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
