1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC70 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC70. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Volvo XC70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volvo XC70 (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Trans Sport | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2660 mm |
