2004 Nissan Armada vs. 2005 Volvo C70
To start off, 2005 Volvo C70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Volvo C70. (198 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 616 kg more than 2005 Volvo C70. 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo C70. (270 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 2005 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Armada | C70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 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 | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 68 L |
