DETAILED CAR COMPARISON

2008 Kia Optima vs 2008 Volvo V50 Comparison

Compare technical specifications, scores and everyday-use differences side by side.

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WINNER

Kia Optima

Leads the overall E-Kıyasla score by 0.75 points.

68.5–67.75
SPECIFICATION GROUPS

Every difference between the two cars

Basic Specifications

Kia OptimaSpecificationVolvo V50
KiaMakeVolvo
OptimaModelV50
2008Model year2008
SedanBody typeEstate
5Seats5
4Doors5

Performance

Kia OptimaSpecificationVolvo V50
9,0 s0–100 km/h7,3 s
220 km/hTop speed0 km/h
2656 ccEngine displacement2521 cc
193 HPPower230 HP
247 NmTorque320 Nm
6Cylinders5

Fuel & Consumption

Kia OptimaSpecificationVolvo V50
PetrolFuel typePetrol
62 ltFuel tank62 lt
13 ltUrban consumption13,5 lt
6,8 ltExtra-urban consumption6,5 lt
9,1 ltAverage consumption9,0 lt

Transmission & Chassis

Kia OptimaSpecificationVolvo V50
Front-wheel driveDrivetrainFront-wheel drive
5Gears5
215/50 R17Tyre size—
YesABSYes

Dimensions

Kia OptimaSpecificationVolvo V50
4800 mmLength4522 mm
1805 mmWidth1845 mm
1480 mmHeight1457 mm
1508 KgWeight1504 Kg
2720 mmWheelbase2640 mm

E-Kıyasla Editor’s Note

2008 Kia Optima and 2008 Volvo V50 approach the same decision from different angles. We compare the exact versions so changes in engine, transmission, dimensions and equipment are not hidden behind the model names.

Overall, Kia Optima leads the E-Kıyasla score by 0.75 points. The score provides a consistent summary, while the best choice can still change with priorities such as urban efficiency, luggage space, performance or equipment.

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