2008 GMC Sierra vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2008 GMC Sierra and 2008 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 GMC Sierra. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 399 kg more than 2008 Volvo S80.
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, 2008 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Sierra. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Sierra | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
Make | GMC | Volvo |
Model | Sierra | S80 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4413 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5950 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |