2004 Nissan Altima vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2004 Nissan Altima and 2004 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Altima. (170 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 16 kg more than 2004 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2004 Volvo S60 (340 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Altima. (237 Nm). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Altima | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Altima | S60 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2524 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 340 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |