2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Volvo C30
To start off, 2011 Volvo C30 is newer by 4 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2011 Volvo C30. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo C30.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo C30. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2011 Volvo C30 has manual transmission. 2011 Volvo C30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Express | C30 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
