2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 776 kg more than 2008 Volvo XC70.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Express | XC70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 320 Nm |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |