2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC70. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Silverado | XC70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 414 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2815 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |