2003 GMC Yukon vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 4,820 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Yukon weights approximately 726 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V50. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Yukon | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Yukon | V50 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4820 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2262 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |
