2008 Nissan Altima vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Altima and 2008 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Volvo V70. (200 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 13 kg more than 2008 Nissan Altima.
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 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V70. (240 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Altima | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Altima | V70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |