2005 Kia Sportage vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S80 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 S80 (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sportage | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sportage | S80 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
