2005 GMC Safari vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo S70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo S70 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S70. (124 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo S70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 388 kg more than 1997 Volvo S70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volvo S70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari 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, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S70. (171 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Safari | S70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 124 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2041 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 68 L |
