2008 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2008 Volvo S60

To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Elantra and 2008 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S60 (168 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Elantra.

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, 2008 Volvo S60 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Elantra.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Hyundai Elantra 2008 Volvo S60
Make Hyundai Volvo
Model Elantra S60
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1973 cc 2435 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 184 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 70 L


 

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