2007 GMC Acadia vs. 2000 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S40. (190 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S40.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo S40. (298 Nm). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo S40. 2007 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2000 Volvo S40 has manual transmission. 2000 Volvo S40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Acadia | 2000 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Acadia | S40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 58 L |
