2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2013 Volvo XC60. (321 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 398 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo XC60. (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2774 mm |
