2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 2 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S80. (311 HP @ 5950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 618 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo S80. (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Silverado | S80 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 353 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5950 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1879 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1494 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2835 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |