2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V70. (207 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 717 kg more than 2003 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (447 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo V70. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Silverado | V70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5358 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2379 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
