2008 Nissan Armada vs. 2010 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC90 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Armada 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 82 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC90. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1043 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Because 2010 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Armada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC90 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 (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Armada | 2010 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Armada | XC90 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 523 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1112 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4808 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |