2001 GMC Yukon vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 2001 GMC Yukon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo S70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo S70 would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S70. (162 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo S70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Yukon weights approximately 885 kg more than 1997 Volvo S70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volvo S70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 GMC Yukon 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, 2001 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S70. (221 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Yukon | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Yukon | S70 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
