2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 5 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo X670 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 218 kg more than 2013 Volvo X670.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volvo X670. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2008 Kia Sorento | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
Make | Kia | Volvo |
Model | Sorento | X670 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1872 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2815 mm |