2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 8,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 830 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Suburban (617 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Suburban | V70 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8100 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2760 mm |