2006 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 2,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S80 weights approximately 309 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 2012 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80 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, 2012 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Elantra.
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2006 Hyundai Elantra | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
Model | Elantra | S80 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 184 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1759 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |