2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2013 Volvo S80

To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S80. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 387 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.

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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S80. (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S80.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Nissan Armada 2013 Volvo S80
Make Nissan Volvo
Model Armada S80
Year Released 2009 2013
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5551 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 6 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 522 Nm 441 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1442 kg 1829 kg
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 4851 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1861 mm
Vehicle Height 1990 mm 1493 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2835 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.8 L/100km 7.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.6 L/100km 11.3 L/100km


 

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