2011 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 GMC Yukon 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) has 120 more horse power than 2012 Volvo S60. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 945 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 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, 2012 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 (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo S60. (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Yukon | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Yukon | S60 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2554 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1953 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 67 L |
