2002 GMC Envoy vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 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 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (257 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Envoy weights approximately 391 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 GMC Envoy 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, 2002 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Envoy | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Envoy | V70 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4160 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
