2005 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. 2007 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2005 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2005 Hyundai Elantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Elantra | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Elantra | S60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
