2006 Nissan Patrol vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S80 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (158 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Patrol.
Because 2011 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Patrol. 2011 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Patrol | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Patrol | S80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 70 L |
