2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 522 kg more than 2013 Volvo S80.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S80. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Express | S80 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
