2003 Volvo V70 vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. (192 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 299 kg more than 2003 Volvo V70.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo V70. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2003 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2003 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Volvo V70 | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Volvo | Hyundai |
Model | V70 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 8.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |