2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Volvo S60
To start off, 2011 Volvo S60 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S60. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S60.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S60. (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Suburban | S60 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 454 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 67 L |