2011 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Volvo C70
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo C70 (198 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Kia Sorento. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sorento weights approximately 64 kg more than 2005 Volvo C70.
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, 2005 Volvo C70 (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sorento. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Sorento | 2005 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sorento | C70 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4671 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1885 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1745 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
