2004 GMC Safari vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 9 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (188 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 488 kg more than 2013 Volvo C30.
Because 2004 GMC Safari 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 2004 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30, 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, 2004 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C30. 2004 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2013 Volvo C30 has manual transmission. 2013 Volvo C30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 GMC Safari | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
Make | GMC | Volvo |
Model | Safari | C30 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4266 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2039 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1447 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |