2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2007 Kia Sportage and 2007 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo V70. 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Kia | Volvo |
Model | Sportage | V70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |