2000 GMC Safari vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, 2006 Volvo V50 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V50. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V50.
Because 2000 GMC Safari 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 2000 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50, 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, 2000 GMC Safari (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V50. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
2000 GMC Safari | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
Make | GMC | Volvo |
Model | Safari | V50 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2345 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 62 L |