2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1995 Volvo 960
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 370 kg more than 1995 Volvo 960. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 960. (233 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1995 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sorento | 960 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2780 mm |
