2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 8 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2013 Volvo XC60. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 789 kg more than 2013 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo XC60. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Express | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2774 mm |
