2008 Nissan Titan vs. 2009 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Volvo V50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Titan would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2009 Volvo V50. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo V50.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Nissan Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V50, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo V50. (240 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo V50. 2008 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2009 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2009 Volvo V50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Titan | 2009 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Titan | V50 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5600 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
