2010 Volvo S80 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP) has 202 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S80. (114 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 964 kg more than 2010 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Suburban 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 2013 Chevrolet Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80, 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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo S80. (270 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo S80 | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Volvo | Chevrolet |
| Model | S80 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 316 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 2573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 117 L |
