2006 Nissan Maxima vs. 2009 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Volvo V50 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Maxima (265 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Volvo V50. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo V50 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2006 Nissan Maxima.
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, 2006 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo V50. (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Maxima | 2009 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Maxima | V50 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |