2011 Volvo S60 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 964 kg more than 2011 Volvo S60.
Because 2013 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 2013 Chevrolet Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S60. (400 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo S60 | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Volvo | Chevrolet |
| Model | S60 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 316 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 2573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 117 L |
