2005 GMC Safari vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2005 GMC Safari and 2005 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (197 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 490 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Safari (339 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (280 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | GMC | Volvo |
Model | Safari | V70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 280 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1465 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 68 L |