2012 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP) has 188 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S80. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 702 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 2012 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 2012 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (413 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S80. (270 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Silverado | S80 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2311 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5847 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2032 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1875 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3645 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 67 L |
