2004 Nissan Armada vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2001 Volvo V70. (139 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 794 kg more than 2001 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo V70. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Armada | V70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
