2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 516 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GMC Yukon (462 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Yukon | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
Make | GMC | Volvo |
Model | Yukon | S60 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |