2005 GMC Safari vs. 2010 Volvo C30
To start off, 2010 Volvo C30 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo C30 (227 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 295 kg more than 2010 Volvo C30.
Because 2005 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 2005 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo C30. (320 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 2010 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Safari | C30 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1453 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 60 L |
