2010 Volvo S80 vs. 2013 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2013 Nissan Maxima is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Maxima (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S80. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2013 Nissan Maxima.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2013 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo S80. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo S80 | 2013 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Volvo | Nissan |
| Model | S80 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1706 kg | 1621 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4851 mm | 4843 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1494 mm | 1467 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2835 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
