2011 Volvo S80 vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S80 (217 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (180 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 343 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo S80 | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Volvo | Nissan |
| Model | S80 | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1759 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 68 L |
