2007 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Sonata and 2007 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,657 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 115 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 S60 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Sonata | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
Model | Sonata | S60 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2657 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |