2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC90 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Volvo XC90.
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, 2007 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento. 2007 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Kia Sorento | 2007 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Kia | Volvo |
Model | Sorento | XC90 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 1986 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |