2004 Volvo V70 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V70. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 69 kg more than 2004 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo V70.
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2004 Volvo V70 | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Volvo | Chevrolet |
Model | V70 | Colorado |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |