2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 850 (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 503 kg more than 1993 Volvo 850.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Volvo 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1993 Volvo 850 (300 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (295 Nm). This means 1993 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sorento | 850 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |
