2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Suburban and 2005 Volvo V50 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 87 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V50. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 968 kg more than 2005 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V50. (330 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Suburban | V50 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 330 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2483 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 62 L |