2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 5 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2013 Volvo X670. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo X670. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 667 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
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, both vehicles can yield 441 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2008 Chevrolet Express | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Express | X670 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1928 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2815 mm |