2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2006 GMC Sierra and 2006 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S40. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1180 kg more than 2006 Volvo S40. 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 S40. 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 (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Sierra | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
Make | GMC | Volvo |
Model | Sierra | S40 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1433 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 62 L |