2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V70. (207 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V70 weights approximately 401 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Silverado | V70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
