2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 97 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Volvo V70 (401 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. 2006 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 2005 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2005 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Terracan | V70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
