2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 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 (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo S60. (400 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Suburban | S60 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 67 L |
