2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2009 Volvo S40
To start off, 2009 Volvo S40 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S40 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 Volvo S40.
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, 2009 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2009 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
Model | Santa Fe | S40 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |