2008 Nissan Altima vs. 2008 Volvo S80

To start off, both 2008 Nissan Altima and 2008 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S80 weights approximately 139 kg more than 2008 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2008 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima. 2008 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Altima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Nissan Altima 2008 Volvo S80
Make Nissan Volvo
Model Altima S80
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2491 cc 2922 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 268 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 244 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 1800 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1679 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.2 L/100km 11.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 80 L


 

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