2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2004 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S40. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 321 kg more than 2004 Volvo S40. 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 2004 Volvo S40. 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, 2004 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2004 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
Model | Santa Fe | S40 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |