2006 Nissan Quest vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S80 weights approximately 69 kg more than 2006 Nissan Quest.
Because 2006 Nissan Quest is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan Quest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Quest (328 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo S80. (240 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Quest | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Quest | S80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 67 L |
