2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Express and 2006 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 872 kg more than 2006 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Express (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Express | S80 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |