2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC90 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 28 kg more than 2010 Volvo XC90.
Because 2010 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC90 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, 2010 Volvo XC90 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Express | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
