2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2013 Volvo XC60. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 731 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo XC60. (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Corvette | XC60 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4627 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1891 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1713 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2774 mm |