2011 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volvo XC60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo XC60 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 738 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. 2010 Volvo XC60 has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Aveo has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Aveo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Aveo | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Aveo | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3919 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1679 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1506 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2479 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
