2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S60. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 284 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage.
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, 2004 Volvo S60 (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sportage | S60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
