2012 Nissan Armada vs. 2011 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Nissan Armada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Armada (317 HP) has 117 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S60. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Armada weights approximately 897 kg more than 2011 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Armada 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 2012 Nissan Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2012 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S60. (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Nissan Armada | 2011 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Armada | S60 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5600 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 521 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2506 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5276 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2014 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3129 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 67 L |