2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V70. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V70 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2003 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 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 Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo V70. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Lumina | V70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |