2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S60. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 924 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Express (441 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (361 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Express | S60 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
