2011 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. 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, 2005 Volvo S60 (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Hyundai Elantra | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Elantra | S60 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4486 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1519 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
