2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 Volvo C70
To start off, 2013 Volvo C70 is newer by 8 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C70 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 202 kg more than 2013 Volvo C70.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volvo C70. 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (295 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo C70. (236 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2013 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sorento | C70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
