2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Volvo V70

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.

Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 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 2007 Volvo V70.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Silverado 2007 Volvo V70
Make Chevrolet Volvo
Model Silverado V70
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Pickup Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4300 cc 2521 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 195 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.1:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5710 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3380 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.9 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 129 L 68 L


 

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