2000 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2002 Volvo V70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 135 kg more than 2002 Volvo V70.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo V70. (291 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo V70. 2000 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2002 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2002 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Silverado | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Silverado | V70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
