2008 Nissan Terrano vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Terrano and 2008 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC90 (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 226 kg more than 2008 Nissan Terrano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 XC90 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Terrano | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Terrano | XC90 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2662 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.7 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |