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 5,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S80. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S80.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 GMC Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S80. (320 Nm @ 6200 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 | 5997 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
