2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
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 XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo XC70 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC70 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 226 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Volvo XC70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento. 2007 Volvo XC70 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 XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Kia Sorento | 2007 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Kia | Volvo |
Model | Sorento | XC70 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 340 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 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1741 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |