2006 Volvo S80 vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2011 Nissan NP300. (131 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan NP300.
Because 2011 Nissan NP300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan NP300 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan NP300. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volvo S80 | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Volvo | Nissan |
Model | S80 | NP300 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2520 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |