2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Volvo S60 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 166 kg more than 2005 Volvo S60.
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, 2005 Volvo S60 (400 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
Model | Santa Fe | S60 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1689 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |