2011 Volvo XC60 vs. 2013 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volvo XC60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volvo XC60 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. (197 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 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 XC60 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo XC60 | 2013 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Volvo | Hyundai |
| Model | XC60 | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1934 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2748 mm | 2795 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
