2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 537 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Terracan | S60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
