2005 GMC Envoy vs. 1996 Volvo V90
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo V90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo V90 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1996 Volvo V90. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 545 kg more than 1996 Volvo V90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V90. (261 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 1996 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Envoy | V90 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
