2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 5 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 5,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S80. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 640 kg more than 2011 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S80. (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Sierra | S80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2478 kg | 1838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
