2009 Kia Sedona vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sedona (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S60. (246 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S60 weights approximately 191 kg more than 2009 Kia Sedona.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo S60. (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sedona | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sedona | S60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
