2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Volvo V50

To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 191 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (242 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage. 2006 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo V50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Kia Sportage 2007 Volvo V50
Make Kia Volvo
Model Sportage V50
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2655 cc 2519 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 173 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 242 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.7 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 93.2 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 180 km/hour 230 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.5 seconds 7.2 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1670 kg 1479 kg
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 62 L


 

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