2005 Nissan Armada vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 3 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 23 more horse power than 2008 Volvo V70. (282 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo V70.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V70. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Armada | V70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
