2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Uplander would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 467 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (298 Nm). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Uplander | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Uplander | S60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2776 mm |
