2008 Nissan Versa vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Versa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Versa would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Versa weights approximately 576 kg more than 2013 Volvo S80.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Versa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Versa | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Versa | S80 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
