2004 Nissan Xterra vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S60. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 424 kg more than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Xterra (334 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S60. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Xterra | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Xterra | S60 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1774 kg | 2198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
