1999 Volvo S80 vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1999 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sportage weights approximately 12 kg more than 1999 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Kia Sportage (358 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo S80. 2011 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1999 Volvo S80 has manual transmission. 1999 Volvo S80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volvo S80 | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Volvo | Kia |
| Model | S80 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
