1999 Kia Sportage vs. 1996 Volvo V70
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V70 (193 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 53 kg more than 1996 Volvo V70.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage 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, 1996 Volvo V70 (275 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 1996 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sportage | V70 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
