2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1999 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo V70 (236 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 726 kg more than 1999 Volvo V70.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo V70. (330 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1999 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Express | V70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |
