2010 Volvo S80 vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S80. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 473 kg more than 2010 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 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 GMC Sierra (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo S80. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo S80 | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Volvo | GMC |
| Model | S80 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1838 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4851 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1494 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2835 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
