2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC90 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC90. (105 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 8 kg more than 2008 Volvo XC90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sorento | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1982 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
