2008 GMC Envoy vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 GMC Envoy. (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 948 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (401 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Envoy. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Envoy | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | GMC | Volvo |
Model | Envoy | V70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2730 kg | 1782 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |