1995 Nissan Rasheen vs. 2011 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC60 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 761 kg more than 1995 Nissan Rasheen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 XC60 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Rasheen. 2011 Volvo XC60 has automatic transmission and 1995 Nissan Rasheen has manual transmission. 1995 Nissan Rasheen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Rasheen | 2011 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Rasheen | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2748 mm |
