2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2009 Volvo C70
To start off, 2009 Volvo C70 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo C70 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo C70. (236 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo C70. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2009 Volvo C70 has manual transmission. 2009 Volvo C70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2009 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sorento | C70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
