2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1995 Volvo 960
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 935 kg more than 1995 Volvo 960. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volvo 960. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 1995 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Envoy | 960 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2780 mm |
