2008 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Uplander and 2008 Volvo XC70 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC70. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 570 kg more than 2008 Volvo XC70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 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 Uplander (326 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo XC70. 2008 Chevrolet Uplander has automatic transmission and 2008 Volvo XC70 has manual transmission. 2008 Volvo XC70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Uplander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Uplander | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Uplander | XC70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |