2008 GMC Envoy vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (312 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 GMC Envoy. (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 518 kg more than 2006 Volvo S80.
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, 2006 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Envoy. (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Envoy | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Envoy | S80 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
