2007 GMC Acadia vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S80. (168 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2006 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S80. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S80. 2007 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2006 Volvo S80 has manual transmission. 2006 Volvo S80 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 | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Acadia | S80 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |
