2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 9 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 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 398 kg more than 2013 Volvo C30.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volvo C30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 2013 Volvo C30 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 | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
Model | Santa Fe | C30 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4266 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2039 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1447 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |