2005 Kia Optima vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Optima would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2005 Kia Optima. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 392 kg more than 2005 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (440 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Optima. (241 Nm). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Optima | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Optima | S80 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1487 kg | 1879 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
