2002 Nissan Quest vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC70 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Quest. (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 63 kg more than 2002 Nissan Quest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Quest. (271 Nm). This means 2012 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Nissan Quest | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Quest | XC70 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3294 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 440 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1883 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2815 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |