2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 660 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
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 Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC60. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Express | XC60 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 441 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1921 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |