1999 GMC Safari vs. 1996 Volvo V90
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo V90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo V90 would be higher. At 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Volvo V90. (177 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 340 kg more than 1996 Volvo V90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V90. (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V90. 1999 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1996 Volvo V90 has manual transmission. 1996 Volvo V90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GMC Safari | 1996 Volvo V90 | |
Make | GMC | Volvo |
Model | Safari | V90 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |