2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, both 2005 GMC Sierra and 2005 Volvo XC70 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 (300 HP) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC70. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1053 kg more than 2005 Volvo XC70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Sierra | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2788 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |
