2012 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V70. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1400 kg more than 2006 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V70. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Silverado | V70 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2969 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6337 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2032 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1965 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4018 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 136 L | 70 L |
