2011 Volvo S80 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, both 2011 Volvo S80 and 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP) has 130 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S80. (180 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 348 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche 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.
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2011 Volvo S80 | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Volvo | Chevrolet |
Model | S80 | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 310 HP |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 117 L |