2006 Nissan Altima vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Nissan Altima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Altima (260 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S80. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S80 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2006 Nissan Altima.
Because 2004 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2006 Nissan Altima (339 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S80. (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Altima | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Altima | S80 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |