2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo S80 (320 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Colorado | S80 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
