2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2009 Volvo C30
To start off, 2009 Volvo C30 is newer by 4 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 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 458 kg more than 2009 Volvo C30.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volvo C30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2009 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sorento | C30 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
