2006 GMC Yukon vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Yukon (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1134 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Yukon (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Yukon | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Yukon | V50 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |
