2010 GMC Envoy vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2010 GMC Envoy and 2010 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Envoy (285 HP) has 171 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S80. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Envoy weights approximately 826 kg more than 2010 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 GMC Envoy is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 GMC Envoy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 GMC Envoy (374 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo S80. (270 Nm). This means 2010 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2010 GMC Envoy | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
Make | GMC | Volvo |
Model | Envoy | S80 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 114 HP |
Torque | 374 Nm | 270 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 67 L |