2017 Nissan Armada vs. 2017 Volvo XC90
When comparing the 2017 Nissan Armada's and the 2017 Volvo XC90's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Nissan Armada has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability, resale value, interior volume and base engine power. The 2017 Volvo XC90 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2017 Nissan Armada's and the 2017 Volvo XC90's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Nissan Armada is a better car than the 2017 Volvo XC90.
2017 Nissan Armada vs. 2017 Volvo XC90 Pricing
A used 2017 Nissan Armada ranges from $17,963 to $31,993 while a used 2017 Volvo XC90 is priced between $19,991 to $33,510.
2017 Nissan Armada vs. 2017 Volvo XC90 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2017 Nissan Armada loses 48.6 percent of its value and the 2017 Volvo XC90 loses 48.9 percent of its value. This means the 2017 Nissan Armada retains 0.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2017 Volvo XC90.
2017 Nissan Armada vs. 2017 Volvo XC90 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Nissan Armada is 7.8 out of 10 while the Volvo XC90's quality rating is 8.8 out of 10. This results in the Nissan Armada being ranked 8 out of 10 Best Large SUVs and the Volvo XC90 being ranked 1 out of 3 Best Luxury 6-seater SUVs.
2017 Nissan Armada vs. 2017 Volvo XC90 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Nissan Armada is 8.7 out of 10. For the Volvo XC90 the reliability rating is 8.5 out of 10. This gives the Nissan Armada a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Volvo XC90.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2017 Nissan Armada’s base engine makes 390 horsepower, and the 2017 Volvo XC90 base engine makes 250 horsepower. The Armada is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 494 miles. The XC90 is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 489 miles.This gives the 2017 Volvo XC90 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2017 Nissan Armada the advantage in maximum range. The Armada uses regular unleaded, and the XC90 uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are fullsize SUVs, the 2017 Nissan Armada has the advantage of offering more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2017 Volvo XC90 has higher safety ratings than the 2017 Nissan Armada, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
17963 - 31993
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.485994
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
19991 - 33510
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.48855
Nissan Armada Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.793571 / 10
Reliability:
8.680714 / 10
Retained Value:
6.7 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Volvo XC90 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.76721 / 10
Reliability:
8.501632 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Nissan Armada Rankings
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48 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
2017 Nissan Armada Trim Levels
Platinum, SL, SV
2017 Volvo XC90 Trim Levels
T5 Momentum, T5 R-Design, T6 Inscription, T6 Momentum, T6 R-Design
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
390 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
394 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.070 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
250 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 19 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
364 / 494 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 26 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
414 / 489 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
63.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
40 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
63.4 inches
Cargo Space:
16.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
95.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
171.1 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
15.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
85.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
119.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5576 lbs
Width:
79.9 inches
Height:
75.8 inches
Length:
208.9 inches
Wheelbase:
121.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4293 lbs
Width:
84.3 inches
Height:
69.9 inches
Length:
194.9 inches
Wheelbase:
117.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
265/70R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/60R18