2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1996 Volvo V90
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo V90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo V90 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1996 Volvo V90. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 100 kg more than 1996 Volvo V90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volvo V90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V90. (261 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 1996 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Yukon | V90 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1450 mm |
