2003 Nissan Pickup vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S40 (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pickup. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 365 kg more than 2006 Volvo S40.
Because 2003 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup 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, 2003 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40. 2006 Volvo S40 has automatic transmission and 2003 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 2003 Nissan Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo S40 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pickup | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Pickup | S40 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2650 mm |
