2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 8 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Volvo V70. (282 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 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 Suburban (502 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V70. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Suburban | V70 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |