2011 Nissan Frontier vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 1 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S80. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S80.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Frontier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Frontier | S80 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 381 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |