2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 254 kg more than 2013 Volvo S80.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Sportage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Kia | Volvo |
Model | Sportage | S80 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2083 kg | 1829 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1861 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1493 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2835 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |