2013 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2013 Chevrolet Suburban and 2013 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2013 Volvo XC90. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 505 kg more than 2013 Volvo XC90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volvo XC90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo XC90. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2013 Volvo XC90 has manual transmission. 2013 Volvo XC90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2013 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Suburban | XC90 |
Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2642 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5649 mm | 4807 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1936 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1951 mm | 1784 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2857 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |