2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Silverado and 2007 Volvo XC70 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 146 more horse power than 2007 Volvo XC70. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 972 kg more than 2007 Volvo XC70. 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 XC70. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Silverado | XC70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 354 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2639 kg | 1667 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6100 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |