2007 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2011 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC70 (217 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | 2011 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Equinox | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
