2006 Kia Carens vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Kia Carens is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 340 kg more than 2004 Volvo V70.
Because 2004 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V70 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, 2004 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carens. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Carens | 2004 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Carens | V70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
