2012 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S60 would be higher. Both 2012 Hyundai Sonata and 2007 Volvo S60 are equipped with a 2,400 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Sonata.
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, 2007 Volvo S60 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. (242 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Hyundai Sonata | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Sonata | S60 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4821 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2794 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
