1996 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 367 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Suburban | S60 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2776 mm |