2007 GMC Acadia vs. 1999 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1999 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo S80.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Acadia | 1999 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Acadia | S80 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
