2000 Volvo S60 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S60 (246 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 665 kg more than 2000 Volvo S60.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volvo S60 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. 2000 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volvo S60 | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Volvo | Chevrolet |
| Model | S60 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2319 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
