2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2006 Kia Sportage and 2006 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 137 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage. 2006 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sportage | S80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
