2001 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1996 Volvo V90
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo V90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo V90 would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1996 Volvo V90. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 630 kg more than 1996 Volvo V90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V90. (261 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V90.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1996 Volvo V90 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Tahoe | V90 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 261 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |