2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (177 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 804 kg more than 2007 Volvo V70.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (241 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Colorado | V70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |