1999 GMC Safari vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari.
Because 2007 Volvo S40 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 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, 1999 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GMC Safari | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
Make | GMC | Volvo |
Model | Safari | S40 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |