2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 398 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Volvo S80 (260 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Colorado | S80 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 260 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |