2002 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volvo S60 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S60. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 449 kg more than 2008 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S60. (221 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Pathfinder | S60 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
