2007 Volvo S80 vs. 2010 Kia Venga

To start off, 2010 Kia Venga is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2010 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S80 weights approximately 364 kg more than 2010 Kia Venga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2007 Volvo S80 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Venga. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Venga.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Volvo S80 2010 Kia Venga
Make Volvo Kia
Model S80 Venga
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2401 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 137 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93.2 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 210 km/hour 167 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.8 seconds 12.4 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1617 kg 1253 kg
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.1 L/100km 6.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 48 L


 

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