2003 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S80. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 630 kg more than 2013 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S80. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Suburban | S80 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2835 mm |
