1999 Volvo S80 vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo S80 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Volvo S80 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volvo S80 | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Volvo | Nissan |
| Model | S80 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
