2004 Nissan Xterra vs. 2010 Volvo S60
To start off, 2010 Volvo S60 is newer by 6 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, 2010 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S60 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Volvo S60 (440 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (274 Nm). This means 2010 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Xterra | 2010 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Xterra | S60 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 67 L |
