2009 Nissan GT-R vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Nissan GT-R is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan GT-R (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S60. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S60 weights approximately 44 kg more than 2009 Nissan GT-R.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan GT-R | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | GT-R | S60 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3799 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 469 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 68 L |