Kia Stinger 2017 vs Volvo S90 2016
| Body: | Hatchback | Sedan | |
|---|---|---|---|
| The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area. | |||
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engine: | 2.2 Diesel | 2.0 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing belt | |
| Engine chain usually needs to be replaced less often than the timing belt, but the cost of replacing the chain is usually higher. Chain motors are considered to be more reliable, but noisier and more vibration generating. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 200 HP | 190 HP | |
| Torque: | 440 NM | 400 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.7 seconds | 8.4 seconds | |
|
Kia Stinger is more dynamic to drive. Kia Stinger engine produces 10 HP more power than Volvo S90, whereas torque is 40 NM more than Volvo S90. Thanks to more power Kia Stinger reaches 100 km/h speed 0.7 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.8 | 4.7 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.4 l/100km | 6.2 l/100km | |
|
The Volvo S90 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Kia Stinger consumes 1.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volvo S90, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Kia Stinger could require 165 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Kia Stinger consumes 0.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volvo S90. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres | 60 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1030 km in combined cycle | 1270 km in combined cycle | |
| 1200 km on highway | 1420 km on highway | ||
| 930 km with real consumption | 960 km with real consumption | ||
| Volvo S90 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Ground clearance: | 130 mm (5.1 inches) | 152 mm (6 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Volvo S90 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 420'000 km | 380'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 8 years | 11 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used only for this car | Installed on at least 8 other car models, including Volvo V40, Volvo XC60, Volvo V60, Volvo V40 Cross Country | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Volvo S90 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | yes | no | |
| The Kia Stinger engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.83 m | 4.96 m | |
| Width: | 1.87 m | 1.88 m | |
| Height: | 1.40 m | 1.44 m | |
|
Kia Stinger is smaller. Kia Stinger is 13 cm shorter than the Volvo S90, 1 cm narrower, while the height of Kia Stinger is 4 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 406 litres | 500 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1114 litres | no data | |
|
Volvo S90 has more luggage space. Kia Stinger has 94 litres less trunk space than the Volvo S90. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.2 meters | 12.1 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Kia Stinger is 0.9 metres less than that of the Volvo S90, which means Kia Stinger can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`260 | no data | |
| Safety: | |||
| The Volvo S90 scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 26 000 | 21 400 | |
| Pros and Cons: |
Kia Stinger has
|
Volvo S90 has
| |