2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Volvo S60. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 706 kg more than 2012 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 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, 2012 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (368 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Yukon | S60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 368 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 67 L |
