2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2013 Volvo C70
To start off, 2013 Volvo C70 is newer by 8 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 2,566 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C70 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 104 kg more than 2013 Volvo C70.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo C70. (236 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2013 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Santa Fe | C70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2566 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2640 mm |
