2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC70. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 806 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 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 (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Express | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2814 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
