2008 Nissan Livina vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Livina 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 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Livina weights approximately 873 kg more than 2008 Volvo S80.
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 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Livina. 2008 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Livina has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Livina 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 Livina | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Livina | S80 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2434 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
