2000 Nissan Primera vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Primera. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 503 kg more than 2000 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Primera. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Primera. 2010 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Primera | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Primera | S80 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2835 mm |
