2005 Nissan Armada vs. 2013 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC90 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2013 Volvo XC90. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 207 kg more than 2013 Volvo XC90. 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 2013 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 2013 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Armada | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2344 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4807 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1784 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
