2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 282 kg more than 2013 Volvo XC60.
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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Colorado | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
