2005 Volvo S60 vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (257 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Altima. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Volvo S60.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volvo S60 (350 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (219 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volvo S60 | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Volvo | Nissan |
| Model | S60 | Altima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1539 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
