2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2000 Volvo V40
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo V40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo V40 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo V40 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 922 kg more than 2000 Volvo V40.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volvo V40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo V40. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2000 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Sierra | V40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2317 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 60 L |
