1998 Volvo S40 vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S40 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 403 kg more than 1998 Volvo S40.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volvo S40. 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 (315 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S40. (299 Nm). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Volvo S40 | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Volvo | Kia |
| Model | S40 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 2056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2720 mm |
