2012 Nissan GT-R vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC90. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 443 kg more than 2012 Nissan GT-R.
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 GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo XC90. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan GT-R | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | GT-R | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 530 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 607 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1737 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4671 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1369 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2779 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
