2001 Volvo S80 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2001 Volvo S80. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1339 kg more than 2001 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Suburban 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 2012 Chevrolet Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volvo S80, 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, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo S80. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Volvo S80 | 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Volvo | Chevrolet |
| Model | S80 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 148 L |
