2006 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 Volvo S60
To start off, 2011 Volvo S60 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S60 (200 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (194 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 418 kg more than 2011 Volvo S60.
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, 2011 Volvo S60 (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sorento | 2011 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sorento | S60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
