2000 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 is newer by 6 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 382 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2006 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 (408 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V70. (225 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Express | V70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2760 mm |
