2008 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 726 kg more than 2008 Volvo S60.
Because 2008 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2008 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S60. (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S60.
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2008 Hyundai Terracan | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
Model | Terracan | S60 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 345 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |