2010 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2011 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 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, 2011 Volvo XC90 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
Model | Santa Fe | XC90 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4676 mm | 4808 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |