2010 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (178 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 453 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Sorento | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sorento | S60 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
