2005 Kia Opirus vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Opirus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Opirus would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Kia Opirus. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Opirus weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 Volvo XC70.
Because 2008 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Opirus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Opirus. (294 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Opirus | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Opirus | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2770 mm |
