2010 GMC Savana vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (250 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2001 Volvo V70. (139 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 993 kg more than 2001 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 GMC Savana 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 Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70, 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 Savana (623 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2010 GMC Savana | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
Make | GMC | Volvo |
Model | Savana | V70 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6600 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 623 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2473 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2073 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |