2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1998 Volvo S90
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S90 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S90. (177 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S90 weights approximately 311 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S90. (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S90. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1998 Volvo S90 has manual transmission. 1998 Volvo S90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1998 Volvo S90 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Avalanche | S90 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |