2002 Nissan Maxima vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Maxima (252 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC70. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC70.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2002 Nissan Maxima (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Maxima | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Maxima | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2814 mm |
