2009 Volvo V70 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Volvo V70. (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo V70.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Express 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 2012 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo V70. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volvo V70 | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Volvo | Chevrolet |
| Model | V70 | Express |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 117 L |
