2007 GMC Savana vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2007 GMC Savana and 2007 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70.
Because 2007 GMC Savana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Savana (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Savana | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | GMC | Volvo |
Model | Savana | V70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4801 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |