2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC70 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 536 kg more than 2012 Volvo XC70.
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, 2012 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Tahoe | XC70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 284 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1883 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2815 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |