2004 Nissan Armada vs. 2010 Volvo C30
To start off, 2010 Volvo C30 is newer by 6 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2010 Volvo C30. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 818 kg more than 2010 Volvo C30. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo C30. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 2010 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Armada | C30 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 60 L |
