1996 Volvo 960 vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 486 kg more than 1996 Volvo 960. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volvo 960. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 960. 2010 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1996 Volvo 960 has manual transmission. 1996 Volvo 960 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Volvo 960 | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Volvo | Kia |
| Model | 960 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 3295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4550 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |
