2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 5 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP) has 68 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC60. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 659 kg more than 2010 Volvo XC60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Express | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
