2011 Volvo S60 vs. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2011 Volvo S60 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (269 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 397 kg more than 2011 Volvo S60.
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 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Volvo S60 | 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
Make | Volvo | Chevrolet |
Model | S60 | TrailBlazer |
Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 4157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 2166 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4623 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 71 L |