2007 GMC Savana vs. 2009 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Volvo V70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Savana would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Savana.
Because 2007 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana 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 Savana (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo V70. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Savana | 2009 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Savana | V70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
