2011 Volvo XC90 vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC90. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 487 kg more than 2011 Volvo XC90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo XC90 | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Volvo | GMC |
| Model | XC90 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4808 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1897 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1783 mm | 1962 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 119 L |
