2007 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S80.
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 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S80. (291 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Veracruz | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Veracruz | S80 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |
