2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Volvo XC70. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 930 kg more than 2006 Volvo XC70. 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 Silverado (488 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo XC70. (321 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Silverado | XC70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2524 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 321 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |