2005 Nissan Armada vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 8 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 745 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (480 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Armada | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Armada | S60 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5556 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 480 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2507 kg | 1762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |