2006 Volvo S80 vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 7 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. (256 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo S80 | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Volvo | Nissan |
| Model | S80 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 74 L |
