2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S80. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 261 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo S80. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Corvette | S80 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 1838 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1494 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2835 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |