2005 Kia Sportage vs. 1997 Volvo C70
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo C70 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 327 kg more than 1997 Volvo C70.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage 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, 1997 Volvo C70 (270 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm). This means 1997 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sportage | 1997 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sportage | C70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |
