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 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S80. (167 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 13 kg more than 1998 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S80. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S80.
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 | 2768 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
