2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V50. (218 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 912 kg more than 2006 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Express (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Express | V50 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2522 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |