2007 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2009 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC70 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
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, 2009 Volvo XC70 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (245 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Tucson | 2009 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
Model | Tucson | XC70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |