2004 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (197 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 602 kg more than 2005 Volvo S80.
Because 2004 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S80. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Sorento | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Kia | Volvo |
Model | Sorento | S80 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |