1997 Volvo S70 vs. 2011 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo S70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo S70 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S70. (190 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo S70.
Because 2011 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volvo S70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S70. (267 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S70. 2011 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1997 Volvo S70 has manual transmission. 1997 Volvo S70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Volvo S70 | 2011 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Volvo | Nissan |
Model | S70 | Titan |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2435 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 267 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |