2008 Nissan Armada vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 is newer by 3 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 6 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC90. (311 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1082 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Because 2011 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, 2011 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC90. (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Armada | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Armada | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 523 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 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 | 2194 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 | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |
