2011 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S60. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1277 kg more than 2004 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Chevrolet Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60, 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 Suburban (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Suburban | S60 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2819 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5649 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1951 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 70 L |
