2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2006 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo XC70 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC70 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 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 157 kg more than 2006 Volvo XC70.
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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo XC70. (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo XC70. 2006 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2006 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
Model | Santa Fe | XC70 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1898 kg | 1741 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |