2004 Nissan Armada vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 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 24 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S80. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 436 kg more than 2010 Volvo S80. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo S80. (400 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Armada | S80 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
