2006 GMC Sierra vs. 1996 Volvo 440
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 440. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 440.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 440. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 1996 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Sierra | 440 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5358 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
