2008 GMC Envoy vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S60. (247 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1047 kg more than 2004 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 GMC Envoy (374 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (330 Nm). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Envoy | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Envoy | S60 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
