2010 Volvo XC60 vs. 2002 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sephia II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sephia II would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 838 kg more than 2002 Kia Sephia II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Kia Sephia II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 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 XC60 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volvo XC60 | 2002 Kia Sephia II | |
Make | Volvo | Kia |
Model | XC60 | Sephia II |
Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1893 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2774 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |