2002 Volvo S80 vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2002 Volvo S80. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sportage weights approximately 51 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Volvo S80 (381 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sportage. (358 Nm). This means 2002 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volvo S80 | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Volvo | Kia |
| Model | S80 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 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 |
