2001 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche. (283 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 447 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60.
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, 2013 Volvo S60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche. (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Avalanche | S60 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2776 mm |