2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC60. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 632 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC60. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Avalanche | XC60 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1893 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |