2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1996 Volvo V40
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo V40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo V40 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1996 Volvo V40. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 462 kg more than 1996 Volvo V40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volvo V40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V40. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1996 Volvo V40 | |
Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
Model | Santa Fe | V40 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1702 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |