2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Volvo C30
To start off, 2010 Volvo C30 is newer by 7 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 527 kg more than 2010 Volvo C30.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volvo C30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2010 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 2010 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sorento | C30 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1453 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
