2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 9 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 335 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (320 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Colorado | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 96 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2774 mm |
