2005 Nissan Sentra vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (126 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 658 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (175 Nm). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Sentra | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Sentra | S80 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1829 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1861 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1493 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2835 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |