2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC90 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (301 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 247 kg more than 2008 Volvo XC90.
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, 2006 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo XC90. (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Sierra | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |
