2008 Nissan Maxima vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,506 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Maxima. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 761 kg more than 2008 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Maxima. (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Maxima | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Maxima | S80 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1838 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1494 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2835 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |