2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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 Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Tahoe | S60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1689 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
