2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (178 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Suburban | S60 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
