2010 GMC Savana vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 GMC Savana would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC90 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2010 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 65 kg more than 2012 Volvo XC90.
Because 2012 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 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, 2010 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Savana | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Savana | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2073 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
