2009 GMC Acadia vs. 1997 Volvo C70
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1997 Volvo C70. (190 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 865 kg more than 1997 Volvo C70. 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, 2009 GMC Acadia (367 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo C70. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 1997 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Acadia | C70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
