2004 Kia Optima vs. 2006 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Optima would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 129 kg more than 2004 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 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, 2006 Volvo XC70 (321 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Optima. (199 Nm). This means 2006 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Optima | 2006 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Optima | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
