2007 Nissan Armada vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Armada. (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 378 kg more than 2007 Nissan Armada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo XC60. (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo XC60. 2007 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2013 Volvo XC60 has manual transmission. 2013 Volvo XC60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Armada | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Armada | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
