2008 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70.
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 Volvo V70 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Elantra | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Elantra | V70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
