2007 Kia Sorento vs. 2008 Volvo S40
To start off, 2008 Volvo S40 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S40 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 743 kg more than 2008 Volvo S40.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento 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, 2007 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S40. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sorento | 2008 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Kia | Volvo |
Model | Sorento | S40 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |