2002 GMC Envoy vs. 2005 Volvo S40
To start off, 2005 Volvo S40 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Envoy (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S40. (218 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Envoy weights approximately 845 kg more than 2005 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 GMC Envoy (448 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S40. (320 Nm). This means 2002 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Envoy | 2005 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Envoy | S40 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2650 mm |
