2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S80 (114 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 96 kg more than 2012 Volvo S80.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2012 Volvo S80 (270 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (255 Nm). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2012 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
Model | Santa Fe | S80 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 114 HP |
Torque | 255 Nm | 270 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |