2006 Nissan Maxima vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 7 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 28 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S80. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 145 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S80. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Maxima | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Maxima | S80 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1861 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1493 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2835 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |