2002 Kia Visto vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Visto would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2002 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S80 weights approximately 817 kg more than 2002 Kia Visto. 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, 2007 Volvo S80 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Visto | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Visto | S80 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2800 mm |
