2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2008 Volvo V50
To start off, 2008 Volvo V50 is newer by 2 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 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Volvo V50. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 18 kg more than 2008 Volvo V50. 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 2008 Volvo V50. 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 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V50. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 2008 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sportage | V50 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2654 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
