2005 Nissan Armada vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 763 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Armada | S60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
