2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1990 Volvo 940
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 940. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 940 would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 940. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 940. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 311 kg more than 1990 Volvo 940. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Volvo 940. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 940. (157 Nm). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 940. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1990 Volvo 940 has manual transmission. 1990 Volvo 940 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1990 Volvo 940 | |
Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
Model | Santa Fe | 940 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 157 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2780 mm |