2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2011 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 is newer by 4 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC70 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 159 kg more than 2011 Volvo XC70.
Because 2011 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sedona | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1941 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2814 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
