2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 GMC Envoy. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 882 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 Volvo V70 (401 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Envoy. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Envoy | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | GMC | Volvo |
Model | Envoy | V70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2664 kg | 1782 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |