2010 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (168 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
Model | Santa Fe | V70 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4676 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |