2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2005 GMC Sierra and 2005 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (301 HP) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (247 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1067 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (321 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Sierra | V70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |
