2001 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volvo S60 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 960 kg more than 2008 Volvo S60.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Express 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 2001 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2001 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S60. (240 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Express | S60 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
