2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (139 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage.
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, 2005 Volvo V70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sportage | V70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
