2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 10 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 257 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60.
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, 2013 Volvo S60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Kia | Volvo |
Model | Sorento | S60 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2776 mm |