2008 Volvo S60 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S60 (168 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S60 weights approximately 336 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Volvo S60 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volvo S60 | 2011 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Volvo | Chevrolet |
| Model | S60 | Aveo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1709 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2479 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
