2004 GMC Yukon vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S80. (240 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 544 kg more than 2011 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S80. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Yukon | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Yukon | S80 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2835 mm |
