2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Volvo S80 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S80 (193 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S80 weights approximately 144 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volvo S80 (280 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Colorado | S80 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |
