2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC70. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 471 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2011 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 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 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC70. (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Corvette | XC70 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1941 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4839 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1603 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2814 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |