2011 GMC Yukon vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (168 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1050 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60. 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, 2007 Volvo S60, 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 (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Yukon | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Yukon | S60 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2551 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1953 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
