2005 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 169 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. (297 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Terracan | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Terracan | V50 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1487 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
