2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC90. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 190 kg more than 2011 Volvo XC90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Sierra | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | GMC | Volvo |
Model | Sierra | XC90 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5964 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 516 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4808 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2860 mm |