1999 Volvo C70 vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo C70 (165 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo C70 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Volvo C70 (220 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. 1999 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 2001 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2001 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volvo C70 | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Volvo | Nissan |
| Model | C70 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
