2005 Kia Cerato vs. 2009 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Cerato would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC70 (281 HP) has 180 more horse power than 2005 Kia Cerato. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Cerato.
Because 2009 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Cerato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Volvo XC70 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Cerato. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Cerato. 2009 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Cerato has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Cerato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Cerato | 2009 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Cerato | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 281 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2820 mm |
