2007 GMC Acadia vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Acadia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Acadia 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 (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 Volvo V70. (200 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo V70.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo V70. 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V70. (240 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V70. 2007 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2008 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2008 Volvo V70 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 | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Acadia | V70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
