2006 Nissan Maxima vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 6 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, 2012 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Maxima. (265 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S60 weights approximately 174 kg more than 2006 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Maxima. (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Maxima | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Maxima | S60 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1729 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 67 L |