2003 GMC Yukon vs. 2010 Volvo S60
To start off, 2010 Volvo S60 is newer by 7 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, 2010 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 GMC Yukon. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Yukon weights approximately 493 kg more than 2010 Volvo S60.
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 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Yukon. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Yukon | 2010 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Yukon | S60 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4820 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2262 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2776 mm |
