2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Volvo V70
To start off, 2010 Volvo V70 is newer by 4 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volvo V70. 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 (242 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo V70. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 2010 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Kia | Volvo |
Model | Sportage | V70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |