2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volvo S60 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Sierra would be higher. 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 162 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S60. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S60.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S60. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Sierra | S60 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |
