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 (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (218 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1163 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V50.
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 | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 353 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2788 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 60 L |