2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Silverado and 2006 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V70. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 181 kg more than 2006 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70, 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 Silverado (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V70. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Silverado | V70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |