2007 GMC Yukon vs. 2011 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Yukon (303 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC70. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC70.
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 Yukon (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC70. (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Yukon | 2011 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Yukon | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2814 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
