2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 850. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 380 kg more than 1995 Volvo 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volvo 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 850. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Silverado | 850 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 73 L |