2010 Kia Forte vs. 2006 Volvo C70
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo C70 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Kia Forte. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo C70 weights approximately 414 kg more than 2010 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Forte. 2006 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Forte has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Forte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Forte | 2006 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Forte | C70 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4481 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 62 L |
