2011 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sorento (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S60. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sorento weights approximately 197 kg more than 2006 Volvo S60. 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 S60 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sorento. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Kia Sorento | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Kia | Volvo |
Model | Sorento | S60 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1767 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1885 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1735 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |