1998 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC70 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Volvo XC70. (209 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 422 kg more than 2007 Volvo XC70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban (456 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Suburban | 2007 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Suburban | XC70 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 456 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2770 mm |