2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Volvo S80 is newer by 2 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 4,413 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 420 kg more than 2008 Volvo S80.
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, 2008 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Terracan | S80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 4413 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
