2007 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2011 Volvo C70
To start off, 2011 Volvo C70 is newer by 4 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo C70 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 41 kg more than 2011 Volvo C70.
Because 2007 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2011 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (245 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tucson | 2011 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Tucson | C70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1781 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
