2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2011 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC60 is newer by 7 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, 2011 Volvo XC60 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 56 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volvo XC60 (320 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 2011 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 2011 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Frontier | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
