1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 189 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | S60 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 486 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1689 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
