2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 4 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S80. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 568 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, both vehicles can yield 441 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2009 Chevrolet Express | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Express | S80 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1829 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1861 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1493 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2835 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |