2008 Nissan X-Trail 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 X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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 162 more horse power than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 229 kg more than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan X-Trail | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | X-Trail | S80 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2835 mm |
