2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2007 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,921 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC90 (268 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 92 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Volvo XC90 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC90 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 | 2007 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
Model | Santa Fe | XC90 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 335 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1893 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |