2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC90. (311 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 933 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 (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC90. (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Silverado | XC90 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4808 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 80 L |