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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (354 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (256 HP @ 5500 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 1097 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 (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.
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 | 5999 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 354 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2639 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6100 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |