2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 365 kg more than 2008 Volvo XC70.
Because 2008 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 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, 2008 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sedona | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sedona | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
