2007 Kia Rio vs. 2009 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Volvo V70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Rio would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio.
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, 2009 Volvo V70 (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 2009 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Rio | V70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
