2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2008 Kia Sportage and 2008 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S60 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S60 weights approximately 287 kg more than 2008 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 2008 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sportage | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Kia | Volvo |
Model | Sportage | S60 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |