2008 Nissan Armada vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo C30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo C30 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Volvo C30. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1127 kg more than 2007 Volvo C30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo C30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo C30. (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Armada | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Armada | C30 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
