2011 GMC Yukon vs. 2006 Volvo C70
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2006 Volvo C70. (197 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 897 kg more than 2006 Volvo C70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 GMC Yukon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo C70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo C70. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Yukon | 2006 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Yukon | C70 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2554 kg | 1657 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1953 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |
