2011 Volvo XC90 vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC90 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 2011 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. 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 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo XC90 | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Volvo | Hyundai |
| Model | XC90 | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4808 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1897 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1783 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |
