2000 GMC Savana vs. 2001 Volvo S80
To start off, 2001 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Savana would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Savana (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2001 Volvo S80. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Savana weights approximately 879 kg more than 2001 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 GMC Savana 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 Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volvo S80, 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 Savana (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo S80. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Savana | 2001 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Savana | S80 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
