2009 Volvo S80 vs. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 4,413 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 92 kg more than 2009 Volvo S80.
Because 2009 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volvo S80 | 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Volvo | Hyundai |
| Model | S80 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4413 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5950 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
