2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1996 Volvo 440
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 440. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 840 kg more than 1996 Volvo 440. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 440. (125 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1996 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sorento | 440 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
