2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2007 Volvo S80

To start off, both 2007 GMC Sierra and 2007 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S80. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S80.

Because 2007 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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 (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S80. (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S80.

Compare all specifications:

2007 GMC Sierra 2007 Volvo S80
Make GMC Volvo
Model Sierra S80
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4294 cc 2401 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 195 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 354 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 93.2 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5790 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 3650 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 129 L 70 L


 

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