2011 Nissan Titan vs. 2007 Volvo S60

To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60.

Because 2011 Nissan Titan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Nissan Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (221 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Nissan Titan 2007 Volvo S60
Make Nissan Volvo
Model Titan S60
Year Released 2011 2007
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5551 cc 2435 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 522 Nm 221 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5710 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 4060 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 16.8 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 140 L 70 L


 

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