2000 GMC Safari vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 7 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (218 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 331 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50.
Because 2007 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (320 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Safari. (319 Nm). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Safari | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Safari | V50 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 218 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
