2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Volvo XC70

To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo XC70 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Volvo XC70. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.

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 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo XC70. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2006 Volvo XC70 has manual transmission. 2006 Volvo XC70 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 2006 Volvo XC70
Make Kia Volvo
Model Sorento XC70
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3778 cc 2519 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 262 HP 207 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.4:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1285 kg 1735 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 10.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 70 L


 

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