2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC70. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 411 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Corvette | XC70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 398 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4839 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1603 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2814 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |