2002 Nissan Primera vs. 2003 Volvo C70
To start off, 2003 Volvo C70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo C70 (242 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo C70 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2002 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Primera. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Primera | 2003 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Primera | C70 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
