2008 Volvo S80 vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Volvo S80 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S80. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 282 kg more than 2008 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (336 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S80. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volvo S80 | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Volvo | Hyundai |
| Model | S80 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1616 kg | 1898 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
