2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 13 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 39 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S60. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 757 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Suburban | S60 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8100 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2776 mm |
