2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2001 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo S80 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo S80 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Volvo S80 (350 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (181 Nm). This means 2001 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2001 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Tucson | S80 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
