2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1994 Volvo 850
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 850. (240 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 850.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Volvo 850 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1994 Volvo 850 has manual transmission. 1994 Volvo 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1994 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sorento | 850 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3340 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
