2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Volvo XC70. (232 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo XC70.
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 Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo XC70. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Silverado | XC70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |