2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC70 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 23 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2011 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sorento | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1918 kg | 1941 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2814 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
