2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 214 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (441 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (250 Nm). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
Model | Santa Fe | XC60 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4627 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1891 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1713 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |