2005 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 660 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (441 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (146 Nm). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Aveo | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Aveo | S60 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1606 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |