2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2001 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (295 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Volvo S80. (268 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 816 kg more than 2001 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo S80. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 2001 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Sierra | S80 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2317 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 80 L |
