2002 Volvo C70 vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo C70 (162 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 31 kg more than 2002 Volvo C70.
Because 2008 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Volvo C70 | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Volvo | Nissan |
Model | C70 | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |