2012 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (276 HP) has 76 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC90. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 351 kg more than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Because 2011 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Sorento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 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, 2011 Volvo XC90 (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento. 2012 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2011 Volvo XC90 has manual transmission. 2011 Volvo XC90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Kia Sorento | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sorento | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1885 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1699 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
