2007 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S80. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S80.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S80. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Suburban | S80 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |