2005 GMC Savana vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, 2006 Volvo V50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Savana would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Savana (195 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V50. (168 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 905 kg more than 2006 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Savana (353 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V50. (231 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Savana | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Savana | V50 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
