2005 Hyundai Grandeur vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Grandeur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Grandeur would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Grandeur is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2012 Volvo S60 (3,200 Nm) has 2907 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Grandeur. (293 Nm). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Grandeur.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Grandeur | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Grandeur | S60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 3200 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1483 mm |
