2011 Volvo S80 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S80. (240 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 383 kg more than 2011 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80, 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 Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S80. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo S80 | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Volvo | Chevrolet |
| Model | S80 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1706 kg | 2089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4851 mm | 5702 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1494 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2835 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 129 L |
