2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 5 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 148 kg more than 2010 Volvo S80.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sorento | S80 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1879 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
