2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2010 Volvo C70
To start off, 2010 Volvo C70 is newer by 10 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 650 kg more than 2010 Volvo C70.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 2010 Volvo C70. (400 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 2010 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Suburban | C70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
