2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 115 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo S60 (350 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Frontier | S60 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 68 L |
