2002 Volvo V70 vs. 2012 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 624 kg more than 2002 Volvo V70.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2002 Volvo V70 (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volvo V70 | 2012 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Volvo | Nissan |
| Model | V70 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |
