2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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 Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V70. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V70 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2003 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Trans Sport | V70 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 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 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2770 mm |