2007 Volvo V50 vs. 2009 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Sierra weights approximately 899 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V50. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo V50 | 2009 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Volvo | GMC |
| Model | V50 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 129 L |
