1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 7,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (286 HP) has 69 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC70. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 544 kg more than 2012 Volvo XC70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (555 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC70. (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Express | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7439 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2424 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2815 mm |
