2004 Kia Sedona vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2004 Kia Sedona and 2004 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sedona (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S80. (193 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sedona weights approximately 644 kg more than 2004 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Kia Sedona (296 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S80. (280 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Sedona | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Kia | Volvo |
Model | Sedona | S80 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3490 cc | 2921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 280 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |