2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 8 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo X670 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 131 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.
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 X670 (441 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Colorado | X670 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
