2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Volvo S60

To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Silverado and 2007 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 791 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60. 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 2007 Volvo S60. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo S60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chevrolet Silverado 2007 Volvo S60
Make Chevrolet Volvo
Model Silverado S60
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4802 cc 2401 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 295 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 414 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 1750 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2360 kg 1569 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 70 L


 

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