2007 Volvo S60 vs. 2011 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 525 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60.
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, 2007 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. 2011 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo S60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo S60 | 2011 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Volvo | Hyundai |
| Model | S60 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
