2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (324 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 226 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2007 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 will offer significantly more control. 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 Express (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Express | V50 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 324 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 62 L |
