2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S60. (257 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S60.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo S60. 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 (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S60. (340 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Sierra | S60 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
