2007 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1999 Volvo C70
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Volvo C70. (161 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 760 kg more than 1999 Volvo C70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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 Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo C70. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Terracan | 1999 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Terracan | C70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
