2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo S70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo S70 would be higher. At 2,646 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S70. (162 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo S70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S70 weights approximately 416 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2009 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volvo S70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S70. (221 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Tucson | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Tucson | S70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2646 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 959 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
