2011 Chevrolet Express vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V70. (207 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 845 kg more than 2003 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Express | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Express | V70 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2507 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2126 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
