2006 Kia Sedona vs. 2008 Volvo C30
To start off, 2008 Volvo C30 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Volvo C30. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C30 weights approximately 181 kg more than 2006 Kia Sedona.
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, 2006 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sedona | 2008 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sedona | C30 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1661 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
