2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2006 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2006 GMC Sierra and 2006 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2006 Volvo C70. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 780 kg more than 2006 Volvo C70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo C70. 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 (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo C70. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Sierra | 2006 Volvo C70 | |
Make | GMC | Volvo |
Model | Sierra | C70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2478 kg | 1698 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |