2015 Kia Cadenza vs. 2015 Volvo S60
When we compare the 2015 Kia Cadenza's and the 2015 Volvo S60's specifications and ratings, the 2015 Kia Cadenza has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, resale value, interior volume and base engine power. The 2015 Volvo S60 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2015 Kia Cadenza's and the 2015 Volvo S60's specifications and ratings, the 2015 Kia Cadenza is a better car than the 2015 Volvo S60.
2015 Kia Cadenza vs. 2015 Volvo S60 Pricing
A used 2015 Kia Cadenza ranges from $8,998 to $18,815 while a used 2015 Volvo S60 is priced between $8,999 to $19,698.
2015 Kia Cadenza vs. 2015 Volvo S60 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2015 Kia Cadenza loses 52.8 percent of its value and the 2015 Volvo S60 loses 57 percent of its value. This means the 2015 Kia Cadenza retains 4.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2015 Volvo S60.
2015 Kia Cadenza vs. 2015 Volvo S60 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Kia Cadenza is 6.8 out of 10 while the Volvo S60's quality rating is 8.5 out of 10. This results in the Kia Cadenza being ranked 8 out of 8 Best Large Cars and the Volvo S60 being ranked 4 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars.
2015 Kia Cadenza vs. 2015 Volvo S60 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Kia Cadenza is 7.4 out of 10. For the Volvo S60 the reliability rating is 8.6 out of 10. This gives the Volvo S60 an advantage in reliability compared to the Kia Cadenza.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2015 Kia Cadenza’s base engine makes 293 horsepower, and the 2015 Volvo S60 base engine makes 240 horsepower. The Cadenza is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 518 miles. The S60 is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 659 miles. This gives the 2015 Volvo S60 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2015 Kia Cadenza. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2015 Kia Cadenza, a large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2015 Volvo S60, a compact car, has the advantage in the area of rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2015 Volvo S60 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
8998 - 18815
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.528136
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
8999 - 19698
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.570212
Kia Cadenza Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
6.75 / 10
Reliability:
7.4 / 10
Retained Value:
6.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Volvo S60 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.477283 / 10
Reliability:
8.63185 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Kia Cadenza Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 2Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
8 out of / 8Ranking
8 out of / 8Ranking
8 out of / 8Ranking
8 out of / 8Volvo S60 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 36Ranking
1 out of / 30Ranking
4 out of / 36Ranking
4 out of / 36Ranking
4 out of / 30Ranking
5 out of / 10Ranking
8 out of / 26Ranking
9 out of / 31Ranking
20 out of / 30Ranking
23 out of / 36Ranking
24 out of / 30Ranking
25 out of / 30Ranking
27 out of / 36Ranking
28 out of / 30Ranking
30 out of / 36Ranking
33 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2015 Kia Cadenza Trim Levels
Limited, Premium
2015 Volvo S60 Trim Levels
T5, T5 Drive-E, T5 Drive-E Platinum, T5 Drive-E Premier, T5 Drive-E Premier Plus, T5 Platinum, T5 Premier, T5 Premier Plus, T6 Drive-E, T6 Drive-E Platinum, T6 Drive-E Premier Plus, T6 Polestar, T6 R-Design, T6 R-Design Platinum
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
293 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
255 foot-lbs @ 5200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.080 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
240 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.070 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 28 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
352 / 518 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 37 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
445 / 659 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
45.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
15.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
106.8 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Cargo Space:
12 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
93.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3670 lbs
Width:
72.8 inches
Height:
58.1 inches
Length:
195.5 inches
Wheelbase:
112 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3433 lbs
Width:
82.6 inches
Height:
58.4 inches
Length:
182.5 inches
Wheelbase:
109.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/50R17