2005 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier and 2005 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 384 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Volvo V70 (320 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Cavalier | V70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1658 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |