2001 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2003 Volvo V70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Impala (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V70. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V70 weights approximately 192 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2003 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 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, 2003 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Impala. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Impala | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Impala | V70 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
