2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1998 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo V70 (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 115 kg more than 1998 Volvo V70.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Volvo V70 (310 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1998 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1998 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sorento | V70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
