2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1998 Volvo V40
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo V40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo V40 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1998 Volvo V40. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1419 kg more than 1998 Volvo V40. 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 1998 Volvo V40. 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 (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo V40. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 1998 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Envoy | V40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2570 mm |
