2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2007 GMC Sierra and 2007 Volvo V70 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 (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1008 kg more than 2007 Volvo V70. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70. 2007 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo V70 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 V70 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Sierra | V70 |
| 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 | 312 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2790 kg | 1782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 68 L |
