2010 Kia Optima vs. 2010 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2010 Kia Optima and 2010 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2010 Kia Optima and 2010 Volvo XC90 are equipped with a 2,400 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC90 (185 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Kia Optima. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 705 kg more than 2010 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC90 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, 2010 Volvo XC90 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Optima. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Optima. 2010 Kia Optima has automatic transmission and 2010 Volvo XC90 has manual transmission. 2010 Volvo XC90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Optima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Optima | 2010 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Optima | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4801 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
