2006 Nissan Altima vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volvo S60 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S60 weights approximately 68 kg more than 2006 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volvo S60 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, 2008 Volvo S60 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, 2008 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Altima | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Altima | S60 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |