2005 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Sonata and 2005 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Volvo S80.
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, 2005 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Sonata | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
Model | Sonata | S80 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2654 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |