2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 5 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC60 (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 GMC Sierra. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 396 kg more than 2012 Volvo XC60.
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, 2012 Volvo XC60 (479 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Sierra. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Sierra | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2317 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |
