2011 Nissan Frontier vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S80 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Frontier.
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, 2012 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Nissan Frontier | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Frontier | S80 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3953 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1862 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2835 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |