2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S60 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 105 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S60. (137 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S60.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo S60. (260 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo S60. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2000 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2000 Volvo S60 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 | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Kia | Volvo |
Model | Sorento | S60 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3340 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |