2007 Volvo S80 vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (200 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Sentra. 2007 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan Sentra has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan Sentra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volvo S80 | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Volvo | Nissan |
Model | S80 | Sentra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3192 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |