2011 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2013 Volvo S80

To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 151 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Chevrolet Colorado 2013 Volvo S80
Make Chevrolet Volvo
Model Colorado S80
Year Released 2011 2013
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2901 cc 3200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 6 valves
Horse Power 185 HP 237 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 258 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1549 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4851 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1861 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1493 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2835 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.2 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 10.4 L/100km


 

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