2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC70 is newer by 2 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 443 kg more than 2007 Volvo XC70.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (184 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 2007 Volvo XC70 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. 2007 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2007 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Kia | Volvo |
Model | Sorento | XC70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |