2000 Nissan Almera vs. 2006 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC70 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Almera. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 308 kg more than 2000 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 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, 2006 Volvo XC70 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Almera. (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Almera | 2006 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Almera | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
