2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S80 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 7 kg more than 2008 Volvo S80.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Kia | Volvo |
Model | Sportage | S80 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |