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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC60. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 367 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2012 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC60. (440 Nm @ 1500 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 | 5999 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 319 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1916 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 |