2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2003 Volvo C70
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo C70 (197 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo C70 weights approximately 16 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2003 Volvo C70 (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (189 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 2003 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sportage | C70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |
