2006 Kia Picanto vs. 1995 Volvo 460
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 460 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 975 kg more than 1995 Volvo 460.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1995 Volvo 460 (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto. 2006 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 1995 Volvo 460 has manual transmission. 1995 Volvo 460 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 1995 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Picanto | 460 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 68 L |
