2009 Kia Rondo vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Rondo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Rondo would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 474 kg more than 2009 Kia Rondo.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Rondo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rondo. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rondo | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Rondo | S80 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
