2008 Nissan Titan vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S80. (268 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Titan weights approximately 726 kg more than 2005 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan 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 Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S80. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Titan | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Titan | S80 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1679 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |