2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Volvo C70
To start off, 2013 Volvo C70 is newer by 4 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2013 Volvo C70. (224 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C70 weights approximately 646 kg more 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, 2013 Volvo C70, 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 (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo C70. (236 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Silverado | C70 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1751 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |