2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 is newer by 5 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC90 (185 HP) has 46 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 613 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.
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, 2012 Volvo XC90 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sportage | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
