2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC90 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC90 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 18 kg more than 2006 Volvo XC90.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volvo XC90 (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 2006 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2006 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sorento | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1982 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
