1993 GMC Typhoon vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC90 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1993 GMC Typhoon. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1993 GMC Typhoon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 448 kg more than 1993 GMC Typhoon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo XC90. (441 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1993 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 GMC Typhoon | 2007 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Typhoon | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2870 mm |
