2002 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V70. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 418 kg more than 2006 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Kia Sorento | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Kia | Volvo |
Model | Sorento | V70 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |