2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 231 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.
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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sportage | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2774 mm |
