2000 Chevrolet Express vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2001 Volvo V70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2001 Volvo V70. (139 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 850 kg more than 2001 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Express | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Express | V70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2760 mm |
