2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2000 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S80 (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 24 kg more than 2000 Volvo S80.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo S80. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2000 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sorento | S80 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1525 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
