2009 GMC Envoy vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S60. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 995 kg more than 2008 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy 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, 2009 GMC Envoy (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Envoy | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Envoy | S60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
