2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 446 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volvo XC60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Tucson | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
Model | Tucson | XC60 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |