2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC60 (217 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (170 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 217 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 XC60 (440 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (250 Nm). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Santa Fe | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
