2004 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2009 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Volvo S60 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S60 (258 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Impala. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Impala.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Volvo S60 (350 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Impala. (305 Nm). This means 2009 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Impala | 2009 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Impala | S60 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 258 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
