2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2007 GMC Sierra and 2007 Volvo V50 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V50. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V50. 2007 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo V50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Sierra | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | GMC | Volvo |
Model | Sierra | V50 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 62 L |