2011 Kia Sportage vs. 2013 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC90 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2013 Volvo XC90. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 635 kg more than 2011 Kia Sportage.
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, 2011 Kia Sportage (358 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo XC90. 2011 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2013 Volvo XC90 has manual transmission. 2013 Volvo XC90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Sportage | 2013 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sportage | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4807 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1636 mm | 1784 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
