2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2002 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 197 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 951 kg more than 2002 Volvo XC90.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2002 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Express | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3180 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |
