2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2000 Volvo C70
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2000 Volvo C70. (161 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1270 kg more than 2000 Volvo C70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo C70. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2000 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Express | C70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2674 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |
