2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Suburban and 2005 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S60. (247 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 946 kg more than 2005 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 Suburban (454 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S60. (340 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Suburban | S60 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 340 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2483 kg | 1537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |