2003 Volvo C70 vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo C70 (242 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sorento. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 229 kg more than 2003 Volvo C70.
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, 2003 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento. 2012 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2003 Volvo C70 has manual transmission. 2003 Volvo C70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volvo C70 | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Volvo | Kia |
| Model | C70 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2319 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
