2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo XC70 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC70. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 515 kg more than 2005 Volvo XC70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (339 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo XC70. (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Equinox | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
