2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2004 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V50 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 425 kg more than 2004 Volvo V50.
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, 2004 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2004 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
Model | Santa Fe | V50 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |