2004 GMC Safari vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC70 (217 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 87 kg more than 2004 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 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, 2012 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2012 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Safari | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |
