2011 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC60. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 933 kg more than 2010 Volvo XC60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60, 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC60. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Express | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2753 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
