2004 GMC Canyon vs. 2001 Volvo S80
To start off, 2004 GMC Canyon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Canyon (220 HP) has 92 more horse power than 2001 Volvo S80. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Canyon weights approximately 504 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Canyon (305 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo S80. (280 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Canyon | 2001 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Canyon | S80 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
