2011 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 327 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Hyundai Tucson | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
Model | Tucson | S80 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1838 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4399 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1494 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2835 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |