1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (296 HP) has 79 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC70. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC70. (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Silverado | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2815 mm |
