2010 Volvo XC90 vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC90. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 14 kg more than 2011 GMC Sierra.
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, 2011 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo XC90 | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Volvo | GMC |
| Model | XC90 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4808 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1897 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1783 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 129 L |
