2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 529 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 350 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. 2007 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Kia Sorento | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Kia | Volvo |
Model | Sorento | V50 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |